Homebrew PCBs

On Mon, Jul 04, 2011 at 01:00:10AM -0000, nathan_h_tna wrote:
> Anyways, I read today about how someone used a heatgun like this: 
> http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1v/R-100371401/h_d2/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053
> to reflow parts, and now I'm curious if anyone has done this?

Yes. I have a similar heat gun which on its low setting seems perfect
for reflow with leaded SMD solder paste. It's also great for desoldering
all kinds of ICs off old boards, including through hole parts.

Unfortunately it's not really hot enough for unleaded solder paste
and will blow parts away on its high setting. I've had to revert to
flux pen and drag solder.