How To Solder SMD Correctly - Part 1 /SMD Soldering Tutorial

[@Ing.eliasgonzalez]

I am an electrical engineer and at the university they see this as something unimportant and even trivial that they do not bother to teach it. I learned to weld by myself some time later, and now with you I am finished learning tricks that I did not know. Awesome channel, master and thanks for sharing. Greetings from Mexico ✌🏼🇲🇽

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for supporting my channel , very much appreciated . I'm really pleased I have been able to help you , that's great to hear . You are right what you say that no one seems to teach anyone anymore like they did years ago , it's the throwaway times of today I guess . I will always post more videos when I get some spare time , thanks again and good luck with all of your soldering projects in the future, goodbye👍

[@jeanrigo258]

The university can`t tech you everything. Self learning is part of engineering.

[@markodzo]

offcourse they dont teach you nowdays to repair things cause of the new stuff'', dont repair just buy new ones''' thats their parole .....

[@powershot9933]

Pretty much everything in my field is remove and replace (whole assembly). I am an Aircraft Mechanic and an Engineer and I fix electronics as a hobby. Learning new things and techniques here on youtube

[@doctormollusc5124]

I went to a prestigious university and studied electronics - and we only did 4 hours PCB work in the whole 4 year course! Most of the students were terrible at it. The only reason I could do it was because I'd soldered as a hobby for years :) Great video! Here's to simplicity, repairs and Wabi Sabi!

[@briantamburelli7573]

Thank you so much for the educational video. I'm 53 and been teaching myself electronics since I was 12 ish. I have an electronics lab in my apartment and plan on enrolling in school in December for electronics. Actually found a school that still teaches electronics!!!😊😊😊😊

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment , very much appreciated . Hopefully my channel can help a few people out with their soldering / desoldering issues , if it can then that's great . Thanks again , take care 👍

[@michaelknight1458]

I know this is a 2 year old video but I still had to tell you what a great job you do

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment, much appreciated. Shortly after i posted this one I got a better camera etc so all of my last 25 or so videos are of a much better quality . I'm glad you still enjoyed this one though . Thanks again , take care 👍

[@crypticscrutiny1153]

Mr Solder, sir, you're skills are insane. I've never seen anyone solder individual pins on a quad pack like that. I'll give it a shot but I tend to shake a good deal so I may be doomed to a life of drag soldering. Thank you for your time and sharing such phenomenal skill and tactics.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your support . I'm glad you enjoyed the video , hopefully I can help a few people and maybe give them some different soldering options . I just find it easier to do pin by pin than drag soldering which I've never liked . Practice and we can all get better , that's what I tell myself anyway . My future videos will be much sharper clarity as I've just worked out how to edit my own videos instead of getting them done on an external device . I've just reposted 3 of my videos which I have updated to the sharper clarity . Thanks again and good luck with any soldering projects you do 🤞👍

[@S0MBRX]

step 1: be a surgeon

[@williamhemmings2879]

😅

[@ameliabuns4058]

seriously my hands shake like and old lady

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for watching the video and commenting , much appreciated . Practice and keep at it , you will become steadier and more confident and start achieving great things , trust me . Thanks again , take care 👍 l

[@HelloMyNamesNino]

I am a surgeon (well a veterinary one). This is harder 😂. Ps the comment about shaky hands, I had them too but beta blockers are amazing. I take one each morning and my hands are rock steady in all situations.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment , much appreciated 👍

[@nebelgraumichal1550]

Hi, I just finished assembling my first SMD board: relatively big components, 1206s, SOT-223, 4 mm radial capacitors, and a micro USB socket (a real pain, this one). I could only do it because of your videos, thank you! They're super clear and helpful, keep them coming! :)

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Thank you for your comment, much appreciated. I'm glad you find the videos useful , that's why I make them to hopefully help people. I've got more planned for the future , I'm just a bit busy at the moment , but as soon as I get some time I will get more posted . I try to think of what people may need to see so I hope I sometimes get it right . Thank you again for your support 👍

[@nebelgraumichal1550]

@@mrsolderfix3996 Looking forward to it, really amazing content!

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Thank you , it's comments from people like you that inspire me to do more videos . Good luck with all your future projects and hopefully I can show you a few more things that may help you in the future 👍

[@tricky778]

Why is everyone still using microusb? It looks to me you can make a PCB which is also a USB c socket

[@gregd6022]

@@mrsolderfix3996 Fantastic videos mate! esp the tough QFN stuff. do you have an equipment list or video somewhere?? thx again for the great posts.

[@Jolofsor]

this is an amazing tutorial. I gave up with soldering SMDs back then because they were hard for me. but watching your tutorial encouraged me to give it a try again.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Thank you for your comment , much appreciated. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. The main thing I've learnt and tell people is to get a various selection of soldering tips and a decent iron , i.e Weller or Metcal. The trouble with cheap irons is you generally get one large ended tip that you can't do fine stuff with . With the right tools and practice you can definitely get to a better level that's why I do my video's to hopefully help people along the way . My next video will be showing helpful hints like using different widths of solder ( again very important ) , different tips and what you can do with them as well as lots of other hints and tips. I will keep posting videos to aid people while they find them useful . Thank you again for your time and good luck with your projects 👍

[@emrehan2107]

How about now?

[@treeroofgrass]

Very clear, outstanding camera angles. Thanks!!!

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you . I'm glad you enjoyed the video and hopefully found it useful. I try and get different angles than the normal direct from above ones as personally I think you can see what is going on more clearly . I'll be posting more videos sometime soon , thanks again for your support 👍

[@fakhirst183]

Thank YOU. Yor company

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Thank you for your comment, much appreciated 👍

[@fakhirst183]

@@mrsolderfix3996 thank YOU verey much

[@cwatson42785]

​@Mr SolderFix Great stuff! Do you have to clean the Flux off after you solder? Really appreciate it!

[@ManjaroJam]

The best gift any person can give is the gift of teaching the meaningful. Thank you Mr. SolderFix. I will apply what I learned today to fix a Macbook Pro motherboard.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment, much appreciated. If I can help anyone then that's great , that's all I want to do . Obviously all the people who leave negative comments to my videos have a choice but obviously know everything there is to know about soldering , just wish they would start a soldering channel up as they know everything already. I'm glad you are one of the nice people out there , thanks again , take care 👍

[@publicalias8172]

A million people helped on this video alone congrats man! Legends like you are the reason we're able to get into this stuff in the first place and do a proper job. :)

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your kind words and your support of my channel , very much appreciated . My videos are actually a lot clearer these days ( picture and sound ) but I'm always pleased when people comment on this one as it was made a couple of years ago now . I will always post more when I get some spare time as I just want to help a few people if I can with their soldering issues . Thanks again , take care 👍

[@paolodonadio9056]

You are an artist with that soldering iron! It's a pleasure to watch such a good soldering technique.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Thank you for your nice comment . I just want to show people what can be done with soldering , and hopefully they can practice and get really good . I will keep posting more in the near future . Thanks again 👍

[@darkallyrecordings4931]

Agreed.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Thank you , much appreciated. I will be posting more videos in the near future , I've just been busy lately . As long as people still want to watch them I will keep posting . Thanks again for your support 👍

[@jameschanika5276]

Britain English is amazing to listen to. I watched the all video so that I just listen and enjoy the language. #Zambia

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for watching the video's , much appreciated. I'm glad you enjoy listening to them as well , I will put more on KZbin SOON 👍

[@vladixo5683]

Hello. I really liked your work done. Everything is very clear and efficiently done for training in this area. I have a request for you, please specify what fabric you use to remove the flux? And better the full list of all materials, for convenience. Sincerely, Vlad.

[@JesseGrunewald]

This was really helpful. I've been excited to get into smd soldering and this was exactly what I was looking for. Your thorough explainations were clear and concise. I always love learning from a person with experience and who stops to explain the problems one may encounter. Thank you for this, it's really appreciated.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment , much appreciated . I've done lots of different soldering videos on my channel covering many different aspects with hopefully the quality of my videos vastly improving along the way . Maybe some of my other videos will be of use to you . Thank you again , take care 👍

[@keithrodgers1030]

Excellent training video , helping people repair rather than throwing stuff away.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , Thank you . I just want to help people in any way I can and hopefully they can rework their projects successfully . Thank you for watching , much appreciated 👍

[@BM-jy6cb]

Lovely job. Have to say, i'm most impressed with your steady hand placing the components before soldering!

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for watching the video and commenting , your words are very much appreciated 👍

[@jsalazar3]

Michael Caine teaches soldering, I love it!

[@martinmuldoon603]

Just Brilliant Video, I'm Just a hobbyist Electronic repair Person, I enjoyed watching a pro. Thank you

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment, much appreciated. If people enjoy the videos and can learn something from them then it makes it worthwhile posting them . Soon after this video was posted I learnt to do the editing myself and ended up with better clarity and the volume more matched from music to voice . Thanks again , take care 👍

[@SuperDjstylus]

You teach very well and you explain the detail of what you are doing and trying to achieve instead of saying do this and that without an explanation of why so people can understand the methods and why the specific technique. Thanks for the great content you create. I'm learning alot here

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment , much appreciated. I'm glad you enjoy the videos and find them useful , if I can help anyone then its a bonus. Thanks again and good luck with your soldering projects 👍

[@scottdecker8612]

Fantastic. Exactly what I needed to transition from through hole to SMD. Thanks!

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for watching the video and commenting , much appreciated . I will be posting a much clearer video along the same lines as this in the next day or so , may be of use to you ? Thanks again , take care 👍

[@philogden8204]

That was amazing, I can "get by" but you, sir, are a genius and after seeing that I know I can improve my technique drastically.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Thank you . All I want to do is hopefully help people like yourself a little and then I'm happy . It makes the videos worthwhile. Thanks again , much appreciated 👍

[@Cynos_3D]

Fantastic visual reference, just what i needed to help me practice my SMD joints before i tackle my dead keyboard LED's. :D

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment , much appreciated. I hope you get on ok with your soldering projects and thanks again for watching 👍

[@themuilover]

I am glad that I found your channel. Watching you gives me confidence to do surface mount soldering. People that I have talked to had me terrified to do this. But after watching you. I think that I will have a go. Thank you.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your support of my channel , very much appreciated. With soldering the more you practice the better you get as you will learn what sort of tips and what size solders you need . Also use flux ( vital when soldering ) , I've tried to cover lots of soldering subjects during my videos and I will keep posting more when I get some spare time ( which isn't that often ) . Good luck , take care 👍

[@TheOleHermit]

I can totally relate. Been avoiding an SMD board for months, before gathering up the courage out of necessity. The 100 pin quad IC wasn't as bad as expected. Thought I was home free, until attempting the 0603's, which behaved like jumping beans. Haven't even attempted the 0402's. Made a mess of the project. So now I've started redesigning (1st ever) the commercial PCB with 1206 SMDs in KiCad by following their tutorials. That was already part of the plan. But, now, it's sooner instead of later, after the prototype with the commercial board. Mr SolderFix has amazingly steady hands and excellent soldering technique, which makes it look so easy and simple. I've learned to purchase at least twice as many components as I need, just to allow for failures. Just put in my order and found significant price breaks in quantities of 100, which also minimizes repeated shipping costs. Good luck on your project. 😎

[@hi_pat_trick]

I'm learning to do SMD components currently, and this has been quite helpful in learning how to make it easier. I am curious what you are using to clean the flux off--is it an IPA wipe or just a wipe with nothing on it?

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment. I only ever use 2 different cleaning fluids . These are Ultrasolve and if I can't get this I use one called Flux off . They are available from the normal places , Farnell , RS Components, Rapid Online , Mouser , DIGIKEY etc. They can be funny about sending it out to private individuals due to its nature , flammable etc. Worth asking them . I normally buy 1 litre bottles of Ultrasolve , decant some into a small lid for instance then dip a Gtek dry wipe ( from Grove sales ) , based in the UK and wipe away as in my videos . I've posted a complete video on KZbin showing the methods I use to clean my boards from single components to complete boards . All info is in this video . Thanks again , take care 👍

[@hi_pat_trick]

@@mrsolderfix3996 Thank you; I'm assuming this is the video being referred to? kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKjNgKWKaNl8oNk

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , yes , this is the one. Hopefully it's of use to you .

[@younglove6363]

These are some of the most beautiful joints I’ve ever seen :’)

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you , very kind of you . I'm glad you found the video enjoyable. I've actually re-edited this video and uploaded it to KZbin so I now have 2 versions on there with the other version clearer than the one you've watched. All my latest videos are much clearer as I now edit them differently and I'm much happier with them . I will post more when I get some spare time . Thanks again 👍

[@Samueltiro]

Wow..you got real sturdy hands and insane accuracy bro..thank you!

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment , much appreciated. I guess I've just practiced soldering for many years now so have learnt to be steady . I have a more recent video similar to this one ( part 4 ) that is clearer and in my opinion better , I was hoping it would take over from this one , hopefully one day it will pick up . Thanks again for your support , take care 👍

[@teacfan1080]

Very helpful, I want to get into SMD soldering so this was a HUGE helper!

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Thank you , much appreciated . I just want to show people how to fit the most common packages really , that's why I've done this guide . I've also done a part 2 along similar lines and will be doing a few more parts in the coming weeks in this series of videos . Glad you found it useful , thanks again , good luck👍

[@markoates6688]

Thanks for this video, improved my results by a mile.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you. I'm glad the video helped you out with your soldering. I will always post more soldering videos when I get the time . Thanks again and good luck with any future soldering projects 👍

[@powerstage_br]

A prática leva à perfeição, meus parabéns. Você solda muito bem, e ensina com clareza. Obrigado pelas dicas.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for watching the video and for your comment, much appreciated 👍

[@richardwilkinson77]

Lovely clear tutorial. Thanks for showing. Can you tell me what the material is that you are using to clean after soldering please?

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for watching . The solution that I use to clean my boards after soldering is called Ultrasolve . It's the best flux remover I've ever used ( and I've used many over the years ) and it's actually the recommended cleaning product for the flux I use , SMFL200D . Both these products are available from Farnell , RS Components , Rapid Online and other Electronic distributers. The cleaning cloths are from a company called Grove Sales and are also the best I've ever found . Come in a pack of 100 , they are amazing , about £5 a pack. Hope that helps , thanks again 👍

[@dcgonzal]

Are you using a sponge with it or…? And what kind of flux tool is that?

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , I presume you mean what I clean the iron tip with ? If so I am using a damp sponge for this. The flux applying tool I use is simply a plastic cable tie , ive posted a video on KZbin showing the flux I use , how i use it etc . Thank you for your comment , good luck 👍

[@godamkeras4144]

this is my new type of therapy video..good job sir..

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment , glad you enjoyed the video. I have many other videos on KZbin showing different aspects of soldering with many of these since this one was posted being in a lot sharper detail and better sound due to new equipment. Hopefully these can be enjoyable for you as well . Thanks again for your time , very much appreciated 👍

[@herensugue]

Amazing to see and so clean! I'm definitely getting a microscope, currently using flexible dental desk clamp magnifying lens.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Thank you for your comment, much appreciated. I do use a microscope sometimes when I'm doing fine pitch work , but all the filming is done using a mobile phone with a macro lens attachment placed over the camera of the phone . You can buy special kits that include the bracket that sits over your phone camera and then the lens just screws into the bracket . This allows me to sit it next to the work bring carried out and so I can get different angles when filming . Thank you again for your support and good luck with whatever you do 👍

[@kissakamwagha4259]

@@mrsolderfix3996 Can you please share the link where one would get the micro lens that attaches to the phone

[@ameliabuns4058]

I think its equally important to teach ppl how to fix their screw ups too. Lovely guide thanks :)

[@virusomega8444]

Hi, Suggestion When showing surface mounting device, please always show a rule side of them so we can have a fast representation of their dimension. Thanks for sharing!

[@CS-ot1fo]

Thanks!

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for watching the video , much appreciated. Hopefully you found it of use 👍

[@CS-ot1fo]

@@mrsolderfix3996 i love the tips and tricks you provide. Your videos are thorough, instructive. Please keep up with the content!

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you . I will keep posting videos when I can , sometimes I'm a bit busy but when I get any spare time I will film some more . Thanks again , take care 👍

[@obsoletepowercorrupts]

This is of course very good, even though I'd add something. A quick mention on ESD protection soldering irons would be worth noting, as would preheating the PCB (even just a heat gun) so as to prevent blow out of the masking or copper. That, however is more likely to affect somebody in a particularly cold climate. Even though room temperature is assumed, life doesn't always work that way. Good video. Nice shiny feet on the soldering.

[@s.h7124]

Thank you brother very clear voice supper clear videos and covering every angle keep up good work humanity need people like you

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you , glad you enjoyed the video . Hopefully you found it useful and gained something from it . Thanks again for your time , much appreciated 👍

[@Blocksourcemusic]

The video I've been waiting on, cheers mate!!!

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Thank you for watching my video's , much appreciated . Your comment last time made me realize I needed a basic component video so here it is. Part 2 will be coming in next few weeks. Thanks again 👍

[@samdeur]

excellent Tutorial .. Big thumbs up.. really helpful i saved this in my diy playlist.. for future ref.. finally KZbin algorithm doing a good job..

[@nucatus]

Very nice videos, indeed! I watched your entire soldering series and you make it look so damn easy, until one needs to pick up the iron and do it himself. I know the tools you use make the difference and I just wanted to konw what is your take on using the TS100 iron with the TS-B2 tip for general purpose SMD (1205, 0805 and, maybe but not necessary, 0604). The specs of the tip basically are conical, 10mm long and a radius of 0.5mm at the end. If anyone else would like to shareir the experience of using this iron for DIY projects, NOT full-time job on soldering, please put your words here. Also, I wanted to know if you are able to do all that SMD soldering (0605, 0402) with the naked eye or you use any sort of magnification. If yes, what kind of tools for magnification do you use? Thank you again for sharing your soldering techniques. They are really instructive and very high quality.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your support , much appreciated. The tools I do use when I need magnification are ( model number 8087046 LA8093LEDRS/EUK ) , a simple aid that sits on your desk with a built in LED light ring . If I need a fully blown up view of a PCB I have a stereo long reach microscope , purchased from GT Vision ( England ) , their own branded one , a great scope which allows me to do microscopic work + the long arm means I can get very large boards under it. I haven't heard of the iron you mentioned so I can't really comment on that at all , but maybe other people if reading this can leave a comment about it . I do use a microscope when doing below 0603 size components , even though I have perfect close vision , using a microscope just gives you an amazing view of your board . Hope that helps , thank you again for your comment and good luck with all your soldering projects 👍

[@lftdblazer]

You're a magician with these things. I wanted to try a repair on my old motherboard, but my eyes are too bad to see such small things.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment , much appreciated. With practice everyone can get better , plus if you could get hold of a microscope it's amazing what you can then do . Hopefully you'll give it a go , good luck and thank you again for your support 👍

[@j0hnw4lk3r]

What temperature do you use for your soldering iron? I find it very difficult to keep my tip clean so long with lead free.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . All my soldering Is done roughly around 350 degrees centigrade , using a variety of different size tips . I know what you mean about the tip sometimes being difficult to keep clean . I sometimes scrape very carefully over the end of the tip with a fine scalpel then dip in tip cleaner which re-tins the end . Or I just re-tin the end with leaded solder then clean off and then coat In lead free so it's not contaminated . Between these methods I always get there in the end . Thanks for your time , much appreciated 👍

[@bmcgorakhpur5787]

Thanks for showing soldering methods

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for watching the video and commenting . I've posted many other videos showing different soldering methods , my last 30 or so are of a much better clarity and sound quality . Thanks again , take care 👍

[@mariot6959]

Thanks for the video, u gave me the encouragement to retry soldering surface mount Ic's 73's

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Thank you . I hope you get on really well and any help I can give you I will . Best of luck with your projects 👍

[@jdlech]

OK, now for some REALLY important questions: 1. what brand flux are you using? Is there any you recommend staying away from? 2. What are you using to clean up? It doesn't look like a cloth or paper towel. Absolutely gorgeous solder joints m8.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your questions . Firstly the flux I use is called SMFL200D . It's a great flux , the only one I ever use . It comes in a 200ml spray can , I just spray a small amount into a small container ( example milk bottle lid ) and apply using a dipped Ty wrap to the desired areas .I can't really comment on any others as I don't use others. Costs about £14 a can. Next the pcb cleaning fluid I use is called Ultrasolve . Best fluid I've ever used ( and I've tried a load over the years ) this is the recommended fluid for the flux I use . Both available from places like Farnell , RS Components ,Rapid Online and other electronic distributers . Lastly the cleaning wipes are called Gtek dry wipes . Available from a company called Grove Sales. Amazing flexible wipes , these are the best I've ever found in many years of soldering . Just dip into a small amount of the Ultrasolve and great results await you . The wipes cost about £5 for a pack of 100 . Hope that helps , thanks again 👍

[@jdlech]

@@mrsolderfix3996 That's possibly the most useful information I've read in weeks. Thanks. Edit: unfortunately, Grove Sales won't ship them to the U.S.. Bummer.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Glad to help you . Hope you get everything you need . Thanks for your support 👍

[@bwautoian]

These SMD videos have been excellent! I have a project I'm planning with some 0805 and LQFP 32/48, so these have been a huge help! Question: Are you using a magnifying lamp/microscope? Or is this with the naked eye? The camera view makes it seem like there is acres of room between the traces, but that's not true :) Thanks! Keep up the great work - I've subscribed!

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Thank you , much appreciated . I'm glad you found the videos useful , I have more SMD ones planned so hopefully you will find them useful as well. To do most of my work I do use a microscope and your right in saying the traces may appear a distance from the next one but in reality they are amazingly close in a lot of cases . To do this sort of work you 100% need a microscope. Good luck with your projects and I will keep posting all sorts of soldering videos so as to hopefully help people if they need it . Thanks again👍

[@alonzogonzalez637]

​@@mrsolderfix3996Would a magnifying lamp be sufficient for hobby level soldering?

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , magnifying lamps are pretty useful down to certain size components . Get one with a light ring on it and this should be good enough for most home hobby soldering . When you get more serious down to 0402 or 0201 size components for example you will then really need a microscope . Thank you for your comments , good luck ,👍

[@alonzogonzalez637]

@mrsolderfix3996 Thank you for response!

[@HARALDSwarehouse]

Fantastic valuable information. Clear instructions. Cheers from New Zealand

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for watching the video and commenting , much appreciated 👍

[@steveng5503]

I enjoy doing each pin individual in drag! 😳 Enjoyed seeing your techniques. Happy days. 👌✌️👍🇬🇧

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment, much appreciated. The more techniques we all see the better for us to all learn . Thanks again , take care 👍

[@antonio_carvalho]

Came for the tips, stayed to watch the beautiful soldering

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment, much appreciated. I'm glad you enjoyed the video . I've posted a similar video on KZbin since this one ( part 4 ) which is more in depth also with much clearer clarity. My videos pretty much since this one have been filmed with better equipment so hopefully they are even more useful for people and can be viewed more clearly Thanks again for your support , take care 👍

[@electron7373]

Excellent SMD soldering tutorial! Great skill and technique. Thank you!

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment, much appreciated. I've posted more similar videos to this one on KZbin but they are more in depth and have much better picture and sound clarity . Maybe they will be of use to you . Thank you for your support of my channel , very kind of you . Thanks again , take care 👍

[@electron7373]

@@mrsolderfix3996 I have watched a few now. Really enjoying all of them!

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your support, very kind . I've tried to improve the videos as I've gone along . My early ones were a bit sketchy , sound and picture but I believe they are much improved since then . People seem to enjoy them anyway . Thanks again and I will post more when I get some spare time 👍

[@serinarose5746]

his accent is really N-o-i-c-e All jokes aside, this is really helpful. Thank you

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment , hope you enjoyed the video 👍

[@auraandiwoh]

ive never been prouder to like and subscribe

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment, and subscribing , very kind of you . I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I posted a similar one to this one ( part 4 ) which is more in depth and a lot clearer than this video . May be of use to you . I've posted many more soldering videos on KZbin and probably my lady 25 videos the clarity and sound are so much better than my early ones . Hopefully you can find some of them useful. Thanks again , and good luck with all of your soldering projects in the future, take care 👍

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment, and subscribing , very kind of you . I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I posted a similar one to this one ( part 4 ) which is more in depth and a lot clearer than this video . May be of use to you . I've posted many more soldering videos on KZbin and probably my last 25 videos the clarity and sound are so much better than my early ones . Hopefully you can find some of them useful. Thanks again , and good luck with all of your soldering projects in the future, take care 👍

[@MrBikeagraman]

I am really impressed with your soldering skills.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Thank you . I just want to help people by showing them my methods . Lots of people solder in different ways so the more of us who can show these ways the more options people can choose from . Thank you for watching , much appreciated 👍

[@henrybartlett1986]

Brilliant. You make it look so easy. I’m still practicing!

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you , I guess I've just done lots of practice over the years and to me that is a big help . You learn new techniques the more you do , you will eventually learn the best way that suits yourself . I will always post new videos to my channel , hopefully I can help a few people out . Good luck , thanks again for your time 👍

[@tomex73able]

Thank god i found you man i have been lookinh for such video for long time, introduction to components and also how to solder each which is amazingly clear in the video thank you i am new to this 2 months i have been reading about it and just bought my tools and couple of dead old motherboards excited to start practicing now thanks to you i can

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Thanks for your comment , much appreciated. Hopefully I can help you , that's why I do the videos . Good luck with your projects and thanks again for your support 👍

[@tomex73able]

@@mrsolderfix3996 i am new to this can you please do a soldering technique without a microscope because i can't afford it at the moment it will be highly appreciated and also i could find a single video on how to probe various components using multimeter if you fo a video about it on a laptop motherboard it will help thousands of new guys to repairs like me, thank you again🙏

[@tomex73able]

I couldn't find*

[@Andrew-dm8mk]

Many Thanks for showing us how to properly solder using the right procedure with the different appropriate items required. You are a Gentleman and Scholar🔥👍 Cheers.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi .Thank you for your comment , much appreciated. Glad you found the video useful and hopefully I can help a few people 👍

[@alfredoportillo9]

Muy bien ,excelente clase de soldadura,aprendi un poco mas con uds👍👍🤜🤜🤝🤝

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment , much appreciated 👍

[@TheFirefoxSystem]

I love your videos, I learned a lot of things from you. Thanks for sharing your technique, I find it spectacular!

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your support of my channel , very kind of you . I'm glad you find the videos useful , that's great to hear . Thanks again , take care 👍

[@dusty7933]

Wow!!! Master at his skills. Wish i found this video earlier as i messed up a chip on a video game console. You are very informative and showed how easy one can make it. I will give it another go. Like and subscribe done!!!

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for watching the video and commenting , much appreciated . This video is pretty old now and the quality I get now when I film is so much better . I'm glad you still enjoyed it though , great to hear . Thanks again for your support , take care 👍

[@petedazer3381]

Excellent video, thanks! My biggest obstacle are my eyes!

[@sharymens8187]

Could you do one on how to solder a 0201 too? I have a hard time soldering it with surrounding components without it bouncing everywhere. I can't seem to put it down correctly. All help is very much appreciated!

[@sharymens8187]

Pre-tinning a 0201 also seems to be very hard.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

@sharymens8187 hi , when doing 0402 I sometimes very lightly tack one end , then visit the other end and do a proper joint . If I need to I revisit the first end and finish off so both ends have equal amounts on . I try and get the curve as I do on all sizes . 0201 are easiest done by adding a small amount on to your tip and then apply the component in place then add your tip , this transfering the small amount of pre loaded solder . You get to judge how much you need on your tip , trust me . Do the same with the other end . Make sure you get some 0.25mm solder or you will struggle . Hope that helps. Thanks again 👍

[@sharymens8187]

@@mrsolderfix3996 Thank you so much! I am looking for 0.25 mm solder (I can also try cutting a small piece off with a razor blade first). You suggested 0.25 mm BLT Circuits. Do you have a link for where you order this? I am based in the Netherlands and can't seem to find it.

[@sharymens8187]

@@mrsolderfix3996 So for the 0201, best to not add solder on the pad before trying to place the component?

[@mrsolderfix3996]

@sharymens8187 hi , the only problem is that BLT Circuits I believe only ship in the UK . The general suppliers like Farnell or RS Components will definitely ship to the Netherlands so it's worth checking these out to see if they do 0.25mm sizes . Hope you get on ok 👍

[@skeyz]

Great video... thank you so much for the tutorial... I really appreciate your effort doing this video.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for watching the video and commenting , your support is very much appreciated . I've done many soldering videos since this with much better filming and sound quality , maybe they will be of use to you . Thanks again , take care 👍

[@TheOleHermit]

Just had a go at populating my 1st SMD PCB. Started with the 100 pin Quad IC, using the flat tip and drag method, with thin soldering wire. But had so many bridges that I ended up using ChipQuik to remove it and started over. Solder paste worked much better on the second go. So I got all cocky, thinking that the remaining resistors and caps would be a piece of cake. 0804's weren't too difficult, but the 0604's behaved like Mexican jumping beans. After regrouping to watch this video, I have learned many errors of my ways. The steadiness of your hands and soldering techniques are not to be underestimated. Thank you for sharing them on YT with us newbies. I'm ditching the flat blade for the fine cone tip. Q1: I'm sure that you have mentioned this in your other videos (which I'm about to binge watch), but what is the temperature of your iron? I had my @ my usual 300 degrees, but see that the melting point of solder paste is only ~250 deg. Q2: Have I most likely already fried the quad 100 pin IC by spending too much time attempting to remove bridges? I only see max temp specs for ICs while powered on. Thanks so much for demonstrating how the Master SolderFix does it. Cheers!

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment. When I'm soldering using leaded solder I set my iron to roughly 330 degrees centigrade and for lead free roughly 350 - 370 degrees centigrade. I may vary these temps slightly for certain parts but overall these temps are the normal ones I use . Your ic's should be able to take temperatures that you've raised it to by your attempted rework so shouldn't worry about that , they are very hardy in most cases. Hope that helps , take care 👍

[@TheOleHermit]

@@mrsolderfix3996 Thank you for your reply and putting me on the right track to successful SMD soldering. Having watched several of your excellent YT videos, I feel confident enough to give it another go, the Master SolderFix method. I'm sure that it will make a world of difference to the process. Just designed my 1st PCB in KiCad (@70 years old), using 1206 SMDs which I'm hoping will help, as well. Cheers! 😎

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment and supporting my channel, very much appreciated. I'm glad the videos have helped you , that makes them all worthwhile. Good luck with all your soldering projects and thanks again for your time . Take care 👍

[@johneagle4384]

Thank you. Nice video. I am leaning to solder from it.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for watching the video and commenting , very much appreciated . I have many more recent videos than this one that are a lot clearer . They may be of use for you . Thanks again 👍

[@ripcord895]

I am a novice at soldering and find your videos to be very informative. I was just wondering what is a safe temperature to keep your soldering iron at for SMD? Also wondering when tinning your soldering iron tip do you use sandpaper to form a base layer of solder on the tip or how would that be done? Thank you in advance.

[@grahamnichols1416]

Those photos are art gallery material. Really nice. I'm off to do my first-ever SMD LED.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for watching the video and commenting , much appreciated . This video is actually quite old when my quality of camera wasn't as good as it is now . Probably my last 30 to 35 videos have a much better clarity both sound and picture . It's nice to know you still enjoyed this one . Thanks again , take care 👍

[@HoratioRadkliff]

First of all, i owe my skills to you. Your videos took me from nothing to repairing pcbs with components as small as 0201. Thank you Sensei! Secondly, is it possible to get a list of the tools you use? such as type of flux, iron, applicator you use to apply the flux, etc. Thanks in advance.

[@practice3851]

Now I know that I am soldering wrong. Excellent sir. Thank u very much.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment, much appreciated. I'm glad the video was useful for you , hopefully my other videos can help a few people out as well with their soldering issues . Thanks again , take care 👍

[@madmanmechanic8847]

I am studying basic electronics I have no clue what I am doing . I have been beating my head against the wall how they solder these huge ICs with all the legs on it. I thought when you started soldering the leg the solder would flow to the other leg and short it out I have no clue that the lining on the board protected the cross over on the solder joints , I have clue what these circuits do but that is cool as hell ! Thanks for answering my question.

[@SuperFlyer24]

Do you use a magnifying glass on those smaller components?

[@geeks1000]

in this video you have a practice that I don't have in soldering these small components and but anyway thank you and I will try to solder these components.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi thank you for your comment , much appreciated. If you keep practicing and never give up you will get there I'm sure . You need a decent iron that takes various sizes of tips and a few good tools , tweezers , cutters etc. Use flux , this will help massively , and some patience . Good luck with your projects 👍

[@LuisRojas-f7k]

Gracias por exponer tus conocimientos de soldadura,primera vez que veo a alguien que hace el trabajo con mucho maestría,,y profesionalismo..yo lo entendí todo,soy técnico electrónico, A pesar de que no somos del mismo idioma....Dios te bendiga amigo.....

[@rockaz12]

Well done sir, your dexterity rules....I'm an hobbyist,I've tried soldering a flat pack or two,always getting two or 3 or 4 pins joined,then it's disaster,even with my needle point soldering iron and magnifying glasses...

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for watching the video and commenting , your support is very much appreciated 👍

[@L2.Lagrange]

What device are you using to magnify for soldering (the digital camera with zoom)? Do you watch the magnified video on a screen while you are soldering? Really great video

[@NaudCharron]

Totally enjoyed your presentation, great tips.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment, much appreciated. I'm glad you enjoyed the video . I've posted many more soldering videos since with much better clarity , hopefully they will be useful for a few people. Thanks again , take care 👍

[@Pongzkie1974]

What a satisfying and relaxing video to watch. Sadly, not the same with my diys lol.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Thank you for your comment , much appreciated . I'm glad you found the video ok , all I try to do is give another option for people when soldering , hopefully it's helps some people. Thanks again 👍

[@johalberto2010]

masterful your video I congratulate you, very professional greetings from Venezuela I am your new subscriber!

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you very much for your comment. I'm really happy you enjoyed the video , and thank you so much for subscribing. Good luck with any soldering projects you work on in the future , all the best from England 👍

[@keithcoltron3171]

Excellent video, everything so very well explained, photography second to none.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Thank you for your comment, much appreciated . If I can help a few people then that's a bonus . Glad you enjoyed the video , thanks again 👍

[@orendrewcc56]

Классная пайка! Золотые руки! Большое спасибо за ролик!

[@qqqqqq1376]

Человек показывает как паять точно НЕ НАДО!

[@Waasil]

Thank you very much for these educational videos.. Weldone

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Hi , thank you for your support , much appreciated . I'm glad you find the videos useful and I will keep posting more soon , I'm just a bit busy at the moment . Thanks again 👍

[@balazsio]

Very professional. Plus you sound like Mark Selby.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Thank you . I just wish I had Mark Selby's wealth 😀

[@makedaevilmage]

Being the soldering noob that I am, you make it look so easy lol.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment, much appreciated. Throughout my videos on KZbin hopefully I show methods that I use that can benefit other people like yourself . Everyone does get better with plenty of practice as you start to learn about what tools , iron tips , different size solders etc that can help you . Good luck with all your projects and thanks again for your time 👍

[@johnhenderson-w3p]

when I solder wjs on the time stamp of your video 4:02 i first use a little flux then i rip of a 0.8mm piece of rosin core lead/tin solder then place it on the leg i want to solder and press the iron against it after i have it in the proper place. it's not as nice of a solder job. But it works, hope this helps some of you out.

[@idealmotorclinic]

Waw,thanks for your sharing.Greeting from indonesia🇲🇨👋

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your support. I'm glad you enjoyed the video, take care 👍

[@idealmotorclinic]

@@mrsolderfix3996 ok friend

[@petersmith5199]

Mr Solder! Where have you been? An ordinary sounding bloke like me, but very talented with the iron.. I've subbed and am just about to start a Binge watch. Got a feeling you're going to be a great help to me as the old new boy! Take care.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment , much appreciated. I'm glad you found my channel , hopefully I can help you out . My videos seem to have got better as I've gone along ( my older ones weren't as good quality , i.e sound etc , but are still ok'ish ) but I've now worked out how to get them better , so all future ones should be pretty decent . Hope you get on ok , thanks again and good luck 👍

[@marcinbrzozowski2091]

Thank you for very instructive vid! Well done!

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment , much appreciated. I'm glad you enjoyed the video . I've recently posted a similar video ( part 4) which is clearer and more in depth than this one . It may be of use to you . Thanks again and good luck with all your soldering projects 👍

[@ejdervasifov]

Great job! Great video! Thanks for sharing.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment, I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Hopefully my soldering videos can help a few people out with their projects. Thanks again for your time , take care 👍

[@aremaka4438]

you are a bloody legend sir. I've never seen any soldering skills as insane as yours. Could you please let me know, like a beginner that I am, what equipment should I buy so I can start doing soldering? Do you use digital microscope for your work? Thank you very much in advance Mr SolderFix

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment. I've posted a tools guide video on KZbin showing some of the basic items you should try and get . I've also posted many other videos about different thickness solders , cleaning fluids , fluxes etc all of these items are vital also to getting better at soldering . So I guess all you need to know is in some of these videos. Also I own a stereo long reach microscope which is definitely needed for some of the smaller , fine detailed work , but as a beginner I would get the basic tools , and along the way you get to know what you need tools wise. Hope that helps , thanks again 👍

[@paradox8038]

What is it you rub the solder joins and left over flux with? It cleans nicely and I wish to acquire some.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . The cleaning fluid I use is called Ultrasolve. It's the recommended partner for the flux I use (SMFL200D) . Ultrasolve is available from various electronic suppliers , Farnell , RS Components , Rapid Online and many others . Comes in different dispensing options also . It's the best cleaning fluid I've ever used and once you get the hang of it you can get your soldering joints amazingly clean . Hope that helps 👍

[@jenniferw8963]

Love the videos thank you! SMD doesn't seem so hard.. get a good magnifying light, good soldering with appropriate tip and LOTS of flux :)

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment, much appreciated. I'm glad you enjoy the videos . We can all learn from each other , hopefully I can help a few people out . The 3 main things that really helped me were a good iron with different tips , different thickness solders and FLUX . Plus one other vital ingredient, PATIENCE. Thanks again , take care 👍

[@JunPVlog]

That's amazing tutorial sir.. Watching here sending full support. Thank you for sharing this

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment , much appreciated. I've recently posted a video similar to this ( part 4 ) , much clearer and more in depth . This may be of use to you , thanks again and good luck with all your soldering projects 👍

[@theshedder2017]

Thanks great video, very clear information.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment, I'm glad you enjoyed the video and found it useful. I've posted a similar one to this ( part 4 ) which is more in depth and has better clarity . Maybe this will be of use to you . Thanks again , take care 👍

[@nrcsean]

Great video thanks! What type of flux is recommended for these? Currently I use noclean

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment, much appreciated. The flux I've always used Including in this video is SMFL200D , but unfortunately it's recently been discontinued so I'm looking for a new type at this current moment . When I get a new type that's ok I will post about it on KZbin . Sorry I couldn't help you at this time , thanks again , take care 👍

[@trystrat]

Some people are gifted with a steady hand.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your support of my channel , very much appreciated. Good luck with all of your soldering projects and take care 👍

[@Paddy_Roche]

Struggling to take in what I have just seen! You Sir, are an Artist. Rally happy to find you and subscribe. Honestly, I cannot praise you enough could you say what magnification system you use when Soldering please? Thank you so much for sharing your Skills.

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment , much appreciated. I'm glad you enjoyed the video , I have since worked out how to get my picture clarity much better than when I filmed this a while back . I used to export my videos to an external device to get edited but in doing this I lost the sharpness . But I now film and edit on the same device so much better sharpness is achieved. My microscope has X10 eyepieces and also another adjustment of x4 . I do my filming on a mobile phone with a macro lens attached to the phone camera . This gives me different angles to most other soldering video's on KZbin. Hope that helps . Thank you again for your kind words , all the best 👍

[@sharymens8187]

​@@mrsolderfix3996Do you perhaps have suggestions for people about to get a microscope?

[@danosdotnl]

You can also use a multimeter (in diode check mode, or continuity) to see which end of the diode is the cathode and which is the anode, saved me many times.

[@eseiylemal8542]

Hi..so good..may i know what the type of soldering iron you used?i am in practice but many often the tin cannot melt at board and at the solder tip..i keep trying but still the same..may the type soldering iron and flux not as good i had used

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment. The soldering iron I use in nearly all my KZbin videos is a Weller TCP S . I use 2 types of iron tip ( PTP7 , small conical + DD8 large flat sided ) . Hope that helps , thanks again 👍

[@ventura5072]

Hi you have a great video I would like to know what's the size of the soldering wire and the flux Paste You are using Thanks

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi thank you for your comment, much appreciated. I generally only ever use 2 sizes of solder wire , 0.25mm for any fine pitch components or tiny resistors etc and 0.5mm for any larger devices . I find these are the only 2 sizes I really need . I get my solders from a company in England called BLT Circuits. The flux I was using was SMFL200D but unfortunately it has just been discontinued so I'm looking for a new one at the minute. Hope that helps , thanks again 👍

[@dadoobacha]

Being an electronics maintenance engineer all my life, today I learned new methods of removing ICs from your great video! Can the 100pin smd be soldered without doing individual Pin soldering? My hands shake now at the age of 70 so I can't do individual pin soldering of this 100pin SMD. Any easier way?

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi . Thank you for your comment, much appreciated. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Some people do a drag soldering method to solder rows of IC pins but I'm personally not a fan of this method . There is videos on KZbin of this being done but it's not easy to achieve without getting solder shorts then having to clear them up . The way I do it works for me everytime and all I can suggest is get a good iron , maybe a Weller then as you can get various tips for these choose a fine conical tip .Also get some 0.25mm solder ( I get mine from BLT Circuits , based in England ) this is a great help for fine pitch soldering . Also use flux ( a must for soldering ) I've done a video on it's uses. Hopefully you get on ok and with patience and practice things do improve , this is what I've found over the years. Good luck with anything you try and thanks again 👍

[@uddinislah2724]

Excellent informative 👍👌

[@mrsolderfix3996]

Hi , thank you for your comment, I'm glad you found the video useful 👍