On 10/09/2017 20:55, Rob Jarratt via cctalk wrote:
I want to replace a PLCC84 surface mounted chip and take the opportunity to
socket it.
I have looked at some YouTube videos to see how others have done this. I am
thinking that the best way is going to be to pre-solder the pads on the
socket, place the socket on the board and then heat the pads on the socket
from above with my finest tip.
Even with good flux, you'll find that difficult to get right, as the
solder on the socket pins won't be perfectly even and it won't sit
properly flat on the PCB pads.
You need decent solder paste, as sold in a small syringe, and the
matching liquid flux. Be sparing with the paste and generous with the flux.
--
Pete
Pete Turnbull
