modding a ts9

[scottish]

so i decided to mod my ts9. i was wondering if any1 has come across an easy way to remove the chip? with a diode or cap you can just soften the solder and then pull it out, but the chips have 8 legs making this method significantly harder.

any advice would be appreciated.

 

[greco]

Re: modding a ts9

Bump...I'm curious also.

 

[HolyDirt]

Re: modding a ts9

The best way is to use either a solder sucker or some desoldering braid. I prefer a combination of both. Generally when removing things like ICs I will use a solder sucker to remove most of the solder, then the desoldering braid to get rid of the rest of it. That usually takes care of it.

 

[kmcguitars]

Re: modding a ts9

Here's another tip. After you remove the chip, For around .45 cents get a chip socket. Makes life much easier when swapping chips.

 

[scottish]

Re: modding a ts9

yeah i have the chip holder. if i may ask...what on earth is a solder sucker? never heard of that before. i have some desoldering braid so i guess ill give it a shot with that

thanks guys

 

[STRATDELUXER97]

Re: modding a ts9

I use a Radio Shack solder sucker..