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Subject: Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: soldering technique

From: Stefan Trethan <stefan_trethan@...>
Date: 2004-05-03

> I have both styles and when doing 140 pins, or 6 strips, the strips
> are much easier.
>
> The individual pins press into the board and look sharp, but pressing
> pins in takes a lot of time. Also, I need some room above the board
> for clearnace for the crystal and chip.
>
> Dave


well, you have obviously a problem there....

solder needs heat, plastic hates heat.

i see no workaround.

ST