Easy Desoldering a TQFP-44 SMD Package by Hand
by JeepeeOne in Circuits > Soldering
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Easy Desoldering a TQFP-44 SMD Package by Hand

Tons of tips out there on how-to remove - desolder SMD packages, practice learned me this is the easiest way to remove a 0.8mm lead pitch defective SMD package.
Necessary Tools



desoldering braid, a sharp small steel needle, soldering flux and a good soldering station like the Ersa I-CON Nano 80W soldering station @360°C with bended 0.8mm tip (0102sdlf08l)
Apply Soldering Flux on the 4 Sides of the TQFP-44 Package

Remove a Maximum of Solder With the Desoldering Braid

Pry Gently With the Steel Needle Every Pin


If your right handed, go from left to right, gently pry every pin
until the remaining solder breaks, use the adjacent pin as a lever
After Removing the SMD Package, Clean the Pads With Desoldering Braid and AFTER COOLING DOWN With IPA
WARNING: TAKE ALL NECESSARY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN WORKING WITH IPA (ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL)