[Elecraft] SMT and the K3 - Nerves

[Bill W4ZV]

Don Wilhelm-4 wrote
> 
> 
> So, there are OK alternate techniques, such as heating both ends of the 
> component at the same time as Alan Bloom pointed out, or my usual 
> solution of heating both ends alternately in rapid succession until the 
> component moves, or the two soldering iron solution.  These all work, 
> and IMHO have less probability for damage to the PC board than 
> physically breaking the component in two.
> 

I agree with Don.  I've used one iron many times and 2-legged components
usually slide off to the side.  Practice makes perfect.  Before attempting
this on a good board, practice removing a few components on a scrap SMD
board to perfect your technique.  

Components with more than 2 legs are more of a challenge, but I've used the
cutting technique to remove 3 legged transistors without damage (so far
anyway).

73,  Bill


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