How to solder

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How to solder

• Make sure surface is clean
• Tip is warm and clean
• Usually around 330o-350oC
• Insert pins and bend to
• hold in place.

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Continued

• Clip excess leads (optional)
• Apply heat to one side
• of pin pad.
• Apply solder to otherside.

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Great Solder Connection
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Terrible Solder Connections
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Putting the circuit together

• Soldering Tips tricks
• Use heatsinks.
• Keep the iron tip clean.
• Double check joints.
• Use the proper iron.
• Solder small parts first.

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Soldering Safety

• Always solder in a well ventilated area!
• Never eat, drink or smoke while soldering. Wash
  your hands thoroughly with soap and water before
  doing anything else!
• Never leave your soldering iron plugged in when
  not in use or unattended!
• Legs and arms should be covered to avoid burns
  from splashed hot solder.