Published On Nov 10, 2023
When it comes to vintage electronics, the trope of "replace the capacitors" may be tired, but is still rooted in truth. Problem is, removing surface-mount parts can be time-consuming, expensive, or risky, depending on your approach. Let's explore all of the options, and check out a somewhat niche tool that could be a game-changer.
Big thanks to Steve from @Mac84 for helping out with this episode -- be sure to check out his channel! / mac84
If you have a Hakko F-888D soldering station and are curious about the FX-8804 hot tweezers shown in the episode, here's an affiliate link you can use to pick up a set: https://amzn.to/47lNuAU
Unsafe 858D-style hot air station forum post: https://www.eevblog.com/forum/chat/de...
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Music by Epidemic Sound (https://www.epidemicsound.com).
Intro music by BoxCat Games (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Bo....