Where Can I Find Practice Kits for Surface Mount Drag Soldering?

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SUMMARY

This discussion focuses on sourcing practice kits for drag soldering, specifically for users looking to enhance their skills without risking valuable components. Recommended resources include the Electronics Manufacturing Training Kits from EMPF and practice kits from CircuitMedic. Additionally, searching for "IPC solder training kit" yields further options for practice materials. These resources provide a practical approach to mastering drag soldering techniques.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of soldering techniques
  • Familiarity with surface mount technology (SMT)
  • Knowledge of IPC standards related to soldering
  • Access to online shopping platforms for electronics components
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore the Electronics Manufacturing Training Kits available at EMPF
  • Review the practice kits offered by CircuitMedic
  • Research IPC standards for soldering to enhance technique understanding
  • Look for additional online resources or forums discussing drag soldering practices
USEFUL FOR

Electronics hobbyists, aspiring technicians, and professionals looking to refine their drag soldering skills without the risk of damaging expensive components.

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Do you guys know where I can buy some dummy parts and boards that I can practice drag soldering with? I would like to give it a try, but I don't want to ruin expensive working components.
 
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Here are some kits:

http://www.empf.org/cart/electronics-manufacturing-training-kits-c-21.html

http://www.circuitmedic.com/products/practice.shtml

searches for things like ipc solder training kit should turn up more.
 
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