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Neat trick for desoldering many-pin components (youtu.be)
submitted 1 year ago by naonintendois to c/[email protected]
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I just came across this and thought I'd share. I've struggled to get headers and IC's off boards after soldering them on backwards/upside down. This video shows a cool trick with a piece of copper wire that makes them very easy and quick to get off without expensive tooling. I was thoroughly impressed. Hope someone else finds this useful too.

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[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago (3 children)

I picked up a Hakko desoldering gun many years ago to save me from this. It was pricey (~$300), but has been worth it over the years.

[โ€“] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Same. It's been a lifesaver and a confidence booster because I know I can more easily recover from mistakes.

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