MOTM

> From: JWBarlow@...
> I'd suggest getting a RS desoldering 
> tool (around $8.00, I think). I've used
> mine for a long time with fairly good 
> results

I have one of these and find it very good for the occasional desoldering
job.  The iron with the bulb built onto the top is the one I am talking
about.  Mine works fine.  And yes, I did solder one of my chips in
backwards once.  I found it on my "double check" prior to power up and
fixed it.  The RS desoldering iron damaged neither the chip or the iron.

I agree with the person that said to desolder a pin or two and wait for
cool down.  I use the procatice when soldering chips too.  Perhaps I am too
conservative.  But, I have never burnt one up with heat either.

> Hey! Isn't Paul supposed to be on vacation?

I think so.  And, I am too -- a 9 day motorcycle trip through Michigan. 
See you guys in 9 days.
Larry H.





> John B.
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