Copper wick VS desoldering pump

[MrUnknown]

I haven't used a desoldering gun when removing DC Jacks (the hot air makes it so easy for me that I haven't tried) but there are times where you simply couldnt use one.

For example, I replaced a DC Jack on a Dell 1545 a few days ago, the pins do not come above the PCB and the solder is flush with the PCB. Absolutely nothing there for the desoldering gun to attach to or heat up. I am not too sure off hand how to remove it with just a soldering iron. I just thank God I made the purchase for a hot air station when I see them.

 

[BDPCR]

Never tried a hot air device, looks like you convinced me. The other day i had a one heck of a hard time with one jack and plain weller soldering iron, almost went crazy.

 

[frenchscottie]

Very Interesting post.

I've been reading all the posts that I could find on the soldering/desoldering.
I want to do the dc jacks myself. I used to built circuits many moons ago from the Everyday Electronics magazine. the problem is replacing dc jacks is a lot different that just building new circuits on vero board.

I've read with interest all the different recommendations for solder stations, etc.
i really like the Hakko 808 and the Aoyue 968A+ but the problem is I can't find a UK supplier. Does anyone know where in the UK I can get them or what ones do you UK techs recommend and use.
And how come all you americans say sodder, or soddering whan it's spelt solder.

 

[NYJimbo]

if you need these. These are in stock .

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