{"id":10925,"sku":"TOL-10925","name":"Chipquik SMD Removal Kit","description":"
The CHIP QUIK\u00ae SMD Removal Kit is a quick and inexpensive way to remove SMD components from a PCB without a hot air station using only your soldering iron. The heart of the kit is a length of Chipquik low temperature alloy. This alloy is like a solder that melts at temperatures well below that of normal solder (136\u00b0F) and stays liquid long enough to melt the existing solder, allowing you time to carefully remove the component.<\/p>\n\n
Simply apply a liberal amount of the included flux to the pins of the chip that you want to remove, then use a soldering iron with a flat-edge tip to heat the pins while applying the low temperature alloy. The alloy will remain liquid for a few seconds while you coat all of the connections, once you've coated the pins you should be able to lift the chip free using tweezers or a hemostat. Clean the pads thoroughly and apply fresh solder and you're ready to solder a new part in place.<\/p>\n\n
Note:<\/strong> Solder wick comes in handy with this kit, so it might be a good idea to have some on hand. Check below if you don't already have some.<\/p>\n\n Includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n Documents:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n