Ahahahahaha! GLWB :)
http://www.amazon.com/Amico-Sucking-Vacuum-Desoldering-Remover/dp/B005GIPKOW/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1366086822&sr=8-2-fkmr0&keywords=hakko+desoldering+pump
a simple one should work
They break more often than something like a Hakko 808, but cost like 5 bucks. The Hakko will run you 200 bucks. Probably well worth it if you plan to desolder a lot and have the money, but you can go ahead and get a pump for the time being.
Just got a Edsyn soldapult and it's working good, I desoldered and moved a few switches on my gh60 no problem.
http://www.amazon.com/Edsyn-Soldapullt-Silverstat-Plastic-Conductive/dp/B000PDOOM2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1366088721&sr=8-3&keywords=edsyn+soldapullt
I just got the hakko 888 cause I can sell myself using it more often. I saw some weller wlc100 on ebay for under $35.
Hmmm, it does seem that everyone that posted in here do prefer the pumps over the desoldering irons. I guess I'll invest into a pump but keep this thread open for now to see some discussion or maybe even an offer. The Edysyn one's do seem quite adequate but I don't know if I want to spend over $15-20 for one :P I'll probably only use it to mod one or two keyboards. I'm currently using my friend's soldering kit but if I was to make modding keyboards a frequent hobby, I'd definitely pick up the Hakko 888 :D
From what I hear its Legit Hakko 808 style iron>Good iron (Hakko, Weller, a couple others) + decent pump>bulb style desoldering iron
If you want to buy an Edsyn Soldapullt, I recommend calling Edsyn directly and ordering it from them. I fear that some of those on Amazon/eBay are knockoffs.
http://www.edsyn.com/index.php?Mode=ContactUs
If you want to buy an Edsyn Soldapullt, I recommend calling Edsyn directly and ordering it from them. I fear that some of those on Amazon/eBay are knockoffs.
http://www.edsyn.com/index.php?Mode=ContactUs
If you want to buy an Edsyn Soldapullt, I recommend calling Edsyn directly and ordering it from them. I fear that some of those on Amazon/eBay are knockoffs.
http://www.edsyn.com/index.php?Mode=ContactUs
^^^this
Thank you for this information. Will make sure to do that.
I'm only planning on modding 1-2 keyboards. Would you recommend the $30-40 Edsyn Soldapullt's or just one of the $5-6 Amico ones?
Do the Edsyn Soldapullt's have any resell value around here?
If you want to buy an Edsyn Soldapullt, I recommend calling Edsyn directly and ordering it from them. I fear that some of those on Amazon/eBay are knockoffs.
http://www.edsyn.com/index.php?Mode=ContactUs
Get a soldapult may vnot be the quickest but it very effective.
The DS017 model, "The Original" Deluxe SOLDAPULLT, retails for onlt $19.40 direct from Edsyn, plus shipping. Sometimes their customer service will quote you a better price than is listed on the website, you just tell them the model number you want, and they will give you the price.
And yes, a Soldapullt that was only used for desoldering 1-2 boards should have a decent resale value. You would probably only lose 10-20% on the resale.
I got the Edsyn US140 at Fry's after using a cheapo eBay sucker for 3 or 4 boards. The Edsyn works better, and has replaceable parts. It was under $15 with tax.
Get a soldapult may vnot be the quickest but it very effective.
Awhh I wish I knew this cause I primed the 40 dollar one!
I'll add my support to Edsyn - they take a bit of skill to use, but there are very effective, use no consumables and last forever (10+ years on the one I'm using now).
you could also use a $20 radioshack desoldering iron. soemthing like this http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00068IJSG/ref=s9_psimh_gw_p60_d0_i1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=0M35SG653CMZ5QKD404X&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=1389517282&pf_rd_i=507846
Either something like the above (Radio Shack has them for $15) or a real Soldapult.
The generic plunger thingies are terrible.
OO! That one is a lot cheaper but still Edsyn! I think I might be in for that one! As much as I'd like to get the fullsize ones, they are either double or over double the price. How has your experience with that small one been? Have you ever tried sucking solder out of a tiny component like for LED's? I feel like I'll have no choice but to use wick for the small ones though.
I personally think the Edsun US140 is average-sized, and the full-sized Edsyns are over-sized...haha. I like that I can easily reach and depress the plunger with my thumb without having to change my grip.
After desoldering the first joint, I can clear out the tip and reset the plunger in the time the second joint is melted enough be be sucked. It's pretty fast once you get the technique down. I usually stop after every 5 switches to tap on the sucker, loosen excess solder inside the tube, and clear it out completely into a bin... or else it'll accumulate and start falling out as you work.
It works fine for LEDs too. I barely ever use a wick anymore.
Some photos to give an idea of size:
:eek: :eek: :eek: PM'd!!!
Edit: Also have a couple tips for the desoldering iron.
Edit: Also have a couple tips for the desoldering iron.
Ha were those the ones I sold you?
I might want to borrow that in the fall (j/k). Might be moving to Orlando (not j/k) :)
Yeah try em all. Once you figure out what you like, you can pass on what you don't use. Everyone's doing it...haha
I might want to borrow that in the fall (j/k). Might be moving to Orlando (not j/k) :)
Well Jocelyn, you are free to borrow it for sure, and you know it :) (no j/k). Why the move to Orlando?
Because my partner (Morgan AKA Nezumi) has still not heard from U of Hawaii, and University of Victoria offered a stipend, but doesn't cover tuition. It's kind of an unexpected turn of events lol
PS - Please don't turn this into UF vs. UCF. UCF is ranked 13th in physics PhD program :)
If you want to buy an Edsyn Soldapullt, I recommend calling Edsyn directly and ordering it from them. I fear that some of those on Amazon/eBay are knockoffs.
http://www.edsyn.com/index.php?Mode=ContactUs
Yes, I remember seeing a few of you in FL being like "Wow, you're in florida, too?, etc", but forget which thread that was. I'm sure there will be a meetup, but wait until the Summer lol
I just called their telephone number. The customer service agent was very helpful. :)
Little bonus he said. DAT DUCKY KEYCAP KEYCHAIN! Thank you, Gupgup! You the man, good sir! I've always wanted one and now I have it in the exact switch I wanted :D
I'm definitely going to be having fun tonight playing around with these new goodies. Still need to purchase the Edsyn but I'll test this iron first to see if necessary, especially for those LED's.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/rxFB1tE.jpg)
Great to see it arrived, and no problem my friend. Glad you like the keychain :D
The desolder pump is sketchy to me, sometimes it works and sometimes it burns the PCB :/ so be really careful and only keep on pad for like 1 or 2 seconds while wiggling back and forth.
Feel free to PM me if you have any questions.
That's nice of you, gupgup. Did you give your stuff to him because you upgraded, or are you tired of tedious keyboard modding now? haha
Is this Super Lube what I would use on the springs??? If so, how would I apply? with the brush or just dip the spring? LOL! I'm assuming brush because from what I'm seeing of the Super Lube consistency, dipping it would cause a mess :P
OH man... I forgot to send the victorinox :'( sorry man. Don't use the super lube on the springs.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Victorinox-Swiss-Army-Knife-FOOD-GRADE-KNIFE-OIL-5-ML-w-Applicator-/130879538069?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1e79074395
^ is what you need for the springs.. sorry about that I totally forgot about it :/
Gupgup