> In reviewing the K2 manual prior to ordering/building I have noticed > that there are several > instructions to install a 'GROUP' of components then solder and trim the > leads. Wouldn't > this lead to missed solder connections or cause a less than perfect > soldered joint. I should > think like 'THE TURTLE ' in that slow and steady (one at a time) will > get you there with a lot less chance of an error in assembly. > 72/71 de "rc" kc5wa
IMHO I think that there is only one method that works FB: the one you feel comfortable to follow.... I find quite frustrating to stuff components on PCBs one by one, mainly because I'm a little too impatient! By the way for sure the one by one method allows to reduce significantly the error rate. I found that in some cases it would be better to put in place components in a different order than stated on the manual, mainly because it would be easier to stuff some following little diode or res. in a blank field. This should make avoid some accidental heating of already stuffed comps with the soldering tip. 73 to all de Giulio IW3HVB K2/100#4681 _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
