On Mon, 2004-10-18 at 08:08, Mcgee, Mark wrote:
> Thanks for a great description of what I need to do!  Now all I need is a very
> fine tip for my soldering iron and a freestanding magnifying glass!
> 
> I notice that the pins from the TSSOP chip aren't long enough to fit through a
> PCB - I assume I have to mount/solder this on the opposite side of the PCB,
> i.e. to the copper/track side of the PCB?

Yup, hence the name "surface mount".

Actually, if this is your first go I'd strongly suggest starting with a
SLIGHTLY easier package, a SO-8 is pretty easy to do, and great for a
starter to practise on. But if you feel up to the challenge and if
you're willing to put enough time into it TSSOP isn't beyond anyone.
Good luck! TTYL

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