Re: how to remove lqfp package



"Jeff" <koebrich@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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>I am having an argument (a friendly one) with co-workers about removing
>small 32, 48, and 100 lead LQFP packages from production circuit boards. I
>think they should use the hot air rework equipment we own, but they like to
>clip them off with cutters and then clean up the pads with a soldering
>iron. I think that method stresses the pads on the board when they cut. I
>believe they cut many leads at once. Any comments?
>

This is one of those areas where everyone has their own favourite technique.
ChipQuik is another technique that I often use:

http://www.chipquik.com/

Leon


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