Hi,
I was planning on trying out the photoresistor mod tutorial but found myself thwarted on the first step: I discovered that my test points didn't have any holes. I wrote customer service concerning this (the manual states "plated through-hole test points are provided") but was told that this is normal and I'd have to clear it manually with a soldering iron and desoldering braid. Is this right?
I am a total novice at this but gave it a swing without success. I had the soldering iron at 600˚F and applied it to the test point for upwards of 20 seconds and with no change. I have both a sucker and a braid. I really don't want to bust my Moog. How high should I bring the temperature up to? And I suppose it shouldn't take that long for it to melt, right?
Thanks for your help,
k
Test point question
Re: Test point question
20 seconds is too long. Be careful...
I'm still learning and this video helped me: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z38WsZFmq8E.
I'm not sure if the Werkstatt solder is lead free. If it is you probably need to go a bit higher on the temperature. Either way, I would suggest you practice removal on something disposable (I used some demo PCB's from where I work).
Good luck and have fun!
Ken
I'm still learning and this video helped me: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z38WsZFmq8E.
I'm not sure if the Werkstatt solder is lead free. If it is you probably need to go a bit higher on the temperature. Either way, I would suggest you practice removal on something disposable (I used some demo PCB's from where I work).
Good luck and have fun!
Ken
Re: Test point question
Rad, the video was extremely helpful. Among many other tips, I realized I had no idea how to use the braid. As suggested on the 4:25 mark, I'll try dialing it up to 700˚F and see what happens. Maybe I'll swing by a thrift shop and pick up a junk electronic or two to practice on too—that's probably the best tip.
Thank you!
Thank you!