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Consider a typical scenario in which a project is already overdue, and you learn that a 150-pin connector needs to be replaced. Desoldering the connector one pin at a time using vacuum desoldering tools just won't cut it. Quickly removing and replacing a large multi-pin connector can seem daunting, but it really isn't. Here's how to do it. The solution, and likely the best method, is to reflow all the solder joints at ...
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When circuit traces fail, or designs change, precision jumper wire installation restores electrical continuity without compromising reliability. Our guide outlines IPC-aligned best practices for selecting, routing, terminating, and bonding jumper wires to meet high-conformance standards. A practical resource for technicians performing PCB repair and modification in demanding electronic assemblies ...
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When critical components are delayed or obsolete, production doesn’t have to stop. Our new step-by-step guides outline proven methods for safely reclaiming, conditioning, and requalifying salvaged components - helping manufacturers maintain reliability and keep builds moving despite ongoing supply challenges.
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Microscopes are essential tools in the rework and repair department. While there have been many applications for other types of manually operated vision systems, such as illuminated magnifiers and CCTV-based systems, the importance of microscopes has been driven by the ever-shrinking size of electronic components, connections, and assemblies ...
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Trivia
Approximately, how much did the first 5MB hard drive weigh? 20 pounds, 200 pounds, or 2000 pounds
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Quote of the Week
"Man will occasionally stumble over the truth, but usually manages to pick himself up, walk over or around it, and carry on."
Winston Churchill
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