[Lab] Removing IC

[Bruce]

Jean-Marc

I used this suggestion with good effect.  I've successfully removed the IC and 
all holes are open and clear for a new chip.  :-)  Now I just need to order 
one.  Again thank to all for the help.

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On December 14, 2012 11:11:27 AM Jean-Marc LeBlanc wrote:
> Often I find adding some more solder (allot more so it makes a big bubble)
> and then sucking it up works really well.
> 
> 
> Jean-Marc Le Blanc
> ---
> 
> On Fri, Dec 14, 2012 at 10:02 AM, Bruce <lists at faintfuzzies.ca> wrote:
> > Well it appears that I soldered one of my IC chips in to the wrong socket
> > of
> > my Arduino motor shield.  I've tried to remove the solder with my plunger,
> > but
> > just can't get all the solder to lift. I also tried braid copper no luck.
> > 
> >  Is
> > 
> > there any hope of salvaging this shield?
> > 
> > 
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