Homebrew PCBs

On Fri, 24 Sep 2004 17:02:53 EDT, <JanRwl@...> wrote:

> In a message dated 9/23/2004 10:49:19 PM Central Standard Time,
> upand_at_them@... writes:
>
> How can  I solder a two-sided board if I'm using sockets for the IC's?
> Ugh!<<

Precision sockets (the kind with round turned pins) are
very easy to solder top side. i usually apply the iron from the outside
and feed the solder from the inside to get a good all-round joint.
No burning of the plastic if you use a 1mm penciltip and 1mm solder.

ST