[Elecraft] Repositioning Components soldered too far from PCB

[Brett gazdzinski]

 I had no problem pushing some components down
after the initial soldering using my finger while
heating the pads below. I do not use much force at all
and alternate the heat on the pads.

I used a temp controlled soldering station set at
a low temp to build the entire rig, and even removed some
parts and turned them around without any damage.
For removal I used a cheap solder sucker, then gently
wiggle the pins till loose.

I cant see damaging any parts or the board unless you use way to much heat.

No way I would build the kit without the temp controlled station
and a magnifying light.

Brett
N2DTS



> -----Original Message-----
> From: elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net 
> [mailto:elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mark Bayern
> Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2007 10:29 AM
> To: Rodney Macpherson
> Cc: elecraft at mailman.qth.net
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Repositioning Components soldered too 
> far from PCB
> 
> Any 'pushing' on the components risks damage to the board. I'd
> consider it the same as rework.You either need a good desoldering
> system and some skill to clear the hole, or you destroy the component
> and replace it.
> 
> A practical solution is to simply live with elevated component.
> 
> Mark  AD5SSS
> 
> On 4/3/07, Rodney Macpherson <rmac at mi.cl> wrote:
> > I have tried the following:-
> > 1. push with finger [too painful]
> > 2. Use a glove [too bulky]
> > 3. Use pliers [risk of damaging component]
> > Possible solutions
> > Push with Cork, with groove cut in end to reposition component
> > Push with small Alligator clip.
> >
> > Praticasl solutions would be welcomed,
> >
> > Rod
> >
> _______________________________________________
> Elecraft mailing list
> Post to: Elecraft at mailman.qth.net
> You must be a subscriber to post to the list.
> Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.):
>  http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft    
> 
> Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm
> Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
>