[sdiy] Need help with a SMD kit (OT?)

[Quincas Moreira]

Elain, first try just soldering the one that came loose with an iron. Just
apply solder over all the leads, don't worry about bridges, then use
desoldering braid to remove the excess. This is how I pulled off my first
SMD build, the o_C

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kxqTvNf-Tkc

Good luck, don't despair :)


On Tue, Jul 18, 2017 at 2:15 AM, Elain Klopke <functionofform at gmail.com>
wrote:

> Hey list,
>
> I bought the Elements diy kit from Synthcube and managed to get all the
> surface mount components attached using solder paste, a tiny syringe, and a
> hot plate. Everything melted nicely and I only burnt the solder mask a bit
> because I wasn't quick enough getting it off the hot plate, but the copper
> traces appear to be still attached to the board so I'm not too worried.
>
> And then the problems started. I let the board cool down and then started
> going about eliminating solder bridges on a couple of the ICs. I cleaned up
> one side of the microcontroller and then made the other three worse. I got
> one chip that was a little crooked seated properly and then another popped
> free and I couldn't get it resoldered.
>
> I've stepped away from the kit so I don't do more damage or throw it
> against the wall in frustration.
>
> Is there anyone experienced in surface mount soldering (preferably in the
> US) that would be willing to fix this mess for me. I'm way out of my depth
> and am willing to pay postage both ways and a fee for your time.
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
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Quincas Moreira
Test Pilot at VBrazil Modular
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