Jason White wrote:
> Hello all, I like to know what would be the most effective - as in
> quick, reliable, and cheap way to desolder all of the through-hole
> components from large (12x12 in, FR-2) boards.
>
> I'm currently using a propane torch and pliers to remove components,
> basically this consists of holding the board over the torch and
> tugging on the selected competent with pliers. This usually results
> in setting fire to the board several seconds before the components
> solder melts completely.
>
> This is rather slow and produces quite a bit of smoke, what could I
> do to streamline the process and do less damage ? (methods of
> heating, component removal techniques, tools, etc)

What about some sort of temperature controlled hot plate you can set the
board on?  It gets heated from underneath to maybe 700F.


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