Linkedin Lynda says slather it with solder then quickly wick off the excess
But a nomber of electronics academics shudder at the suggestion
soldering micro usb
Jun 04, 2024
Last reply: 2 years ago
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No. You will overheat or burn the PCB. This is how *NOT* to do it:
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Personally, I prefer to use a hot air desoldering stations with an aluminum foil barrier to protect nearby components. Lots of flux. A solder sucker might tear the traces off the PCB. Tin all the connections before soldering. Use alcohol to clean off the flux.
Videos on the topic:
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I can't tell which one is appropriate for you. Micro USB connectors come in very different configurations.
Note: I destroyed a few connectors and ruined a cell phone before I learned how to do it properly. Find some old PCB's and practice.
Thanks
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