[Elecraft] OT: Removing Solder Through Plated Through Holes

[Lee Buller]

Hey,

Lots of good ideas here.  I did use the solder wick.  That was a no brainer, but getting all the solder out of the holes is a different deal.  I rummaged around in my tool drawer and I found a "solder sucker" which was spring loaded.  I got it years ago from Radio Shack. I never had any luck with it...but in this application seemed to work well.  I got the holes cleaned up....now...I can start again.  But alas...I think I need to get some more resistors too...I broke one.  

Thanks for the ideas guys.

Lee - K0WA


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