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Projects => How Do I? Beginner's Paradise. => Topic started by: K3yPr0gg3r on August 12, 2016, 03:14:55 PM

Title: Re: Etched Board Soldering Precautions
Post by: K3yPr0gg3r on August 12, 2016, 03:14:55 PM
Hi,

I'm planning on beginning work on an etched PCB version of Pepper Spray. Obvious difference, no solder pads. Are there adjustments I need to be mindful of when soldering on an etched board vs fabbed?

Thank you
Title: Re: Etched Board Soldering Precautions
Post by: jimilee on August 12, 2016, 03:35:15 PM
It's easier to create solder bridges, so be mindful of your soldering.


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Title: Re: Etched Board Soldering Precautions
Post by: m-Kresol on August 12, 2016, 05:42:29 PM
It can be more difficult to solder to the bare copper pads. I would advise using a flux pen to make soldering easier.
Title: Re: Etched Board Soldering Precautions
Post by: K3yPr0gg3r on August 12, 2016, 10:16:54 PM
Great feedback. Have a flux pen, so I'll do that!
Title: Re: Etched Board Soldering Precautions
Post by: alanp on August 12, 2016, 10:23:06 PM
Be very, very careful that you are putting components in the correct place. No silkscreen to help you, with etched. (Unless you're the resident mad-art india ink paintslinger that hangs out here :) )