Re: TSSOP Exposed Pad - How do I solder?


Nick. skrev:

> As a hobbyist, I've never needed to use SMD before. I now want to make a
> circuit based on the Linear Lt3474:
>
> <http://www.linear.com/pc/downloadDocument.do?navId=H0,C1,C1003,C1094,P13452,D9377>
>
> Only availiable in TSSOP. However, I notice that the exposed pad ("pin
> 17") must be connected to ground according to the data***. To me that
> means soldered.
>
> How might I do this?

put a few large(r) vias in the pad for the exposed flag, then you can
solder if from the underside
side using a nomal soldering iron through the vias.

maybe a hack, but better than nothing...

-Lasse

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