Soldering Tips

From Heath Zenith Kit Builders Guide to: Installing parts, Proper soldering, Resistor & capacitor codes. Part # 597-4212.
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Last update May 2000



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Making a good Connection

When both the lead and the circuit board foil are heated at the same time, the solder will flow onto the lead and foil evenly. See Illustration A.
When the lead is not heated sufficiently, the solder will not flow onto the lead, as shown at B.
When the foil is not heated sufficiently, the solder will blob on the circuit board as shown at C.
 


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