http://www.instructables.com Fri, 24 May 2013 03:22:18 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-made-PCB-step-by-step/
Home made PCB - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7M/AHZS/HGH70CH8/F7MAHZSHGH70CH8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7M/AHZS/HGH70CH8/F7MAHZSHGH70CH8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7M/AHZS/HGH70CH8/F7MAHZSHGH70CH8.SMALL.jpg recwap Read more about this Home made PCB guide on my web site: DIY PCB. First step prepare the SCH and PCB files. Step 2 of home made pcb Prepare the copper PCB and the print the PCB layout Step 3 of home made pcb Print the PCB layout on a glossy paper Step 4 Clean the copper surface. Step 5 C...
By: recwap

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 May 2013 23:13:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/T962A-SMD-Reflow-Oven-FixHack/
T962A SMD Reflow Oven Fix/Hack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4T/OV9H/HFWSV3CQ/F4TOV9HHFWSV3CQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4T/OV9H/HFWSV3CQ/F4TOV9HHFWSV3CQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4T/OV9H/HFWSV3CQ/F4TOV9HHFWSV3CQ.SMALL.jpg ledartist I've recently purchased a popular T962A SMD reflow oven. The reviews are split on this oven - some find it to be quite acceptable, while others find it completely useless. After much researching, I decided to give it a try. (Feel free to skip this part if you already have the oven.) T962A is an in...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 May 2013 17:33:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/i-Can-Hold-Multipurpose-PCB-Holder/
I-CAN-HOLD: MULTIPURPOSE PCB HOLDER - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0X/SK7I/HEBNNZNF/F0XSK7IHEBNNZNF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0X/SK7I/HEBNNZNF/F0XSK7IHEBNNZNF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0X/SK7I/HEBNNZNF/F0XSK7IHEBNNZNF.SMALL.jpg Captain Vyom Introduction Holding a PCB (Printed Circuit Board) while working on an electronic project is a common problem. A PCB holder is not only convinient but also saves time. This instructable introduces a simple PCB holder that can be made from 5 easily available parts and 3 tools in about 15 minutes. Co...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Mar 2013 14:43:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Professional-Home-Brew-PCB-Creating-a-solder-mask/
Professional Home Brew PCB: Creating a solder mask using UV curable paint - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/RDS4/H6MEZXC2/FZVRDS4H6MEZXC2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/RDS4/H6MEZXC2/FZVRDS4H6MEZXC2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/RDS4/H6MEZXC2/FZVRDS4H6MEZXC2.SMALL.jpg sdelaney I noticed that on ebay you can purchase UV curable paint for creating solder masks on your home etched PCBs , but the attached instructions that it comes with are woeful. On the auction description and the bit of paper that eventually came with it all it said was. -  Apply paint on your PCB -  Spre...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Sep 2012 07:32:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-tech-tree/
The tech tree!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/4M22/H66RCKG5/FOF4M22H66RCKG5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/4M22/H66RCKG5/FOF4M22H66RCKG5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/4M22/H66RCKG5/FOF4M22H66RCKG5.SMALL.jpg usb-e-kits Hi everyone, First of all i would like to tell you that this is an "LED CONTEST" instructable so please vote if you like the project! The idea came when i realized that i managed to gather a lot of remaining wires of components after cutting them for a pcb work. There was in my bag handrents of t...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 Aug 2012 12:13:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PCB-Soldering-Tip-3-Bend-Leads/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYL/D8XM/H5IRW0SB/FYLD8XMH5IRW0SB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYL/D8XM/H5IRW0SB/FYLD8XMH5IRW0SB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYL/D8XM/H5IRW0SB/FYLD8XMH5IRW0SB.SMALL.jpg Radioactive_Legos If you're trying to solder through-hole components with long leads into a PCB, here's a simple tip that will keep them in place while your board is upside down and you join lead and pad.  Just place your component where you want it and on the underside of the board, bend the leads sharply to the sid...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Aug 2012 19:28:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PCB-Soldering-Tip-2-Corners-First/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/UGIU/H5EDUE50/FANUGIUH5EDUE50.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/UGIU/H5EDUE50/FANUGIUH5EDUE50.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/UGIU/H5EDUE50/FANUGIUH5EDUE50.SMALL.jpg Radioactive_Legos If you solder up a component with lots of pins into a PCB, then realize it's crooked, you'll have quite the time trying to correct your error.  I learned the hard way, and I've since taught myself this simple trick.  With your component inserted into the board in its place (see PCB Soldering Tip #1:...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Aug 2012 18:13:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PCB-Soldering-Tip-1-Tape/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXH/LFUT/H5ECNAP0/FXHLFUTH5ECNAP0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXH/LFUT/H5ECNAP0/FXHLFUTH5ECNAP0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXH/LFUT/H5ECNAP0/FXHLFUTH5ECNAP0.SMALL.jpg Radioactive_Legos Solder through-hole components into a PCB isn't the smoothest process for the DIYer.  The components go in from the top but are soldered from the bottom, leading to lots of issues if the component leads can't be bent to the sides to hold the component in place.  By  taping the component on the top s...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Aug 2012 18:05:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-DIY-Solder-Paste-for-tinning-PCBs-at-h/
How to make DIY Solder Paste for tinning PCBs at home - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCC/1BT4/H4AGKUVI/FCC1BT4H4AGKUVI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCC/1BT4/H4AGKUVI/FCC1BT4H4AGKUVI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCC/1BT4/H4AGKUVI/FCC1BT4H4AGKUVI.SMALL.jpg dflam I was looking for a solution for pre-tinning my DIY PCB boards. One way to do this is by reflowing solder paste. Another very cool use is repairing brass instruments - like trumpets, trombones and tubas, because all you need to do is heat up a joint with the paste in place and it magically bonds at ...
By: dflam

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Jul 2012 11:10:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cleaning-up-your-PCB/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/YXH1/H4AG916D/FWHYXH1H4AG916D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/YXH1/H4AG916D/FWHYXH1H4AG916D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/YXH1/H4AG916D/FWHYXH1H4AG916D.SMALL.jpg Dave-T I use flux for all my soldering. It tends to leave a yellow residue I am sure most people who have soldered something are familiar with. So I found an easy, and cheap, way to clean up my solder areas while I am working. You will need an acid brush (the cheap type with the tin handle), a liquid disp...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 Jul 2012 19:33:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Using-Fun-Tak-to-Assemble-PCBs/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO0/XZCL/H3Z3P20Y/FO0XZCLH3Z3P20Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO0/XZCL/H3Z3P20Y/FO0XZCLH3Z3P20Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO0/XZCL/H3Z3P20Y/FO0XZCLH3Z3P20Y.SMALL.jpg ProvideYourOwn Holding through hole components in place while you flip the board upside down is a perennial challenge. Most people suggest bending the component leads, but this is not an ideal solution. First, it only works for components with long leads; it doesn't work with IC sockets, headers, etc. Second, comp...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jul 2012 22:32:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-strip-short-pieces-of-thin-07mm-PTFE-te/
How to strip short pieces of thin (0.7mm) PTFE (teflon) coated wire at both ends - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH2/DWTP/H1YOHA1B/FH2DWTPH1YOHA1B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH2/DWTP/H1YOHA1B/FH2DWTPH1YOHA1B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH2/DWTP/H1YOHA1B/FH2DWTPH1YOHA1B.SMALL.jpg RichardNeill Fine (0.7mm diameter) PTFE coated wire is is ideal for PCB rework and for very fine conenctions. The major advantage is that teflon doesn't melt even at 300 degrees (C), so the insulation won't melt-back from the end of the wire as you work on it. This is really important when working on tiny (SMD)...
By: RichardNeill

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 May 2012 08:04:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Beginners-Guide-to-Solder-Paste/
Beginner's Guide to Solder Paste - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY4/YVWS/H0A00I1C/FY4YVWSH0A00I1C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY4/YVWS/H0A00I1C/FY4YVWSH0A00I1C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY4/YVWS/H0A00I1C/FY4YVWSH0A00I1C.SMALL.jpg alexglow Note: By "beginner's guide", I mean a guide written by a beginner. (I made it at TechShop SF, during my first weeks!) I have some technique tips to share, but for more in-depth questions, Google is your friend. Solder paste allows you to populate a board with many tiny components, without straining...
By: alexglow

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 31 Mar 2012 21:16:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PCBCHECK-IT-OUT/
PCB.CHECK IT OUT!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/OUPJ/GXUZENJ2/F6TOUPJGXUZENJ2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/OUPJ/GXUZENJ2/F6TOUPJGXUZENJ2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/OUPJ/GXUZENJ2/F6TOUPJGXUZENJ2.SMALL.gif fahadshihab BEFORE STARTING,YOU SHOULD KNOW THAT I AM ONLY 13 YEARS OLD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This is my second instructable.It is an amazing thing.this instructible is only for those who doesn't have laser printers.but anyone can do it.it doesn't need any etching solution or any other parts other than parts from ...
By: fahadshihab

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:37:36 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/ADJUSTABLE-PCB-VICE/
ADJUSTABLE PCB VICE - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FES/LWZ9/GV0RTY5A/FESLWZ9GV0RTY5A.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FES/LWZ9/GV0RTY5A/FESLWZ9GV0RTY5A.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FES/LWZ9/GV0RTY5A/FESLWZ9GV0RTY5A.SMALL.jpg ajoyraman This adjustable vice for holding printed circuit boards while soldering is built around a discarded car rear view mirror and other readily available material. BASIC PARTS A  discarded  Maruthi Suzuki Van rear view mirror provides a ready made ball and socket joint and an additional semi-circular...
By: ajoyraman

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:29:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Modified-laminator-for-PCB-Toner-transfer/
Modified laminator for PCB Toner transfer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNY/8EBA/GTO4P58U/FNY8EBAGTO4P58U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNY/8EBA/GTO4P58U/FNY8EBAGTO4P58U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNY/8EBA/GTO4P58U/FNY8EBAGTO4P58U.SMALL.jpg hobby16 If you use the toner transfer method for your PCB, this hack is for you. Toner transfer is my favorite method for rapid PCB prototyping down to 10 mil traces. The basic steps are already described thoroughly, you can find some good tutorials on the net : Laser print the drawings on an appropr...
By: hobby16

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 12 Oct 2011 12:03:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-A-Customized-Circuit-Board-Made-Easy/
DIY Customized Circuit Board (PCB Making) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/G1KV/GS3BDOGC/F9CG1KVGS3BDOGC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/G1KV/GS3BDOGC/F9CG1KVGS3BDOGC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/G1KV/GS3BDOGC/F9CG1KVGS3BDOGC.SMALL.jpg ASCAS Today I'm going to show you how to make your very own customized PCB (printed circuit board). All you need are some materials and tools like a: PCB board, A bottle of Ferric Chloride, A mini drill, A small container, A bottle of thinner and Some plastic tweezers. Making your own circuit board only t...
By: ASCAS

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Sep 2011 08:54:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Circuit-board-Nameplate/
Circuit board Nameplate - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM5/4KIW/GJQEBERX/FM54KIWGJQEBERX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM5/4KIW/GJQEBERX/FM54KIWGJQEBERX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM5/4KIW/GJQEBERX/FM54KIWGJQEBERX.SMALL.jpg TheTechGuy99 I made this for my girlfriend for valentines day and she seems to be considerably happy with it. It is also very good soldering practice (I learned a thing or two). Bill of Materials Bill of Materials: -perf board -solder -wire Insert Wire 1. strip ends of wires 2. insert wire into board 3. be...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:08:01 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-reflow-SMD-soldering/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN8/WZHW/G56ZTY87/FN8WZHWG56ZTY87.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN8/WZHW/G56ZTY87/FN8WZHWG56ZTY87.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN8/WZHW/G56ZTY87/FN8WZHWG56ZTY87.SMALL.jpg dafonso This video shows one method of doing home reflow soldering. This is a toaster oven method using a thermocouple and a solder paste kit.
By: dafonso

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 2 Feb 2010 10:53:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Solder-in-30-Seconds/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWD/Y1RX/FY7M6NZ9/FWDY1RXFY7M6NZ9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWD/Y1RX/FY7M6NZ9/FWDY1RXFY7M6NZ9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWD/Y1RX/FY7M6NZ9/FWDY1RXFY7M6NZ9.SMALL.jpg guyfrom7up This is a brief (very brief) tutorial of how to solder. Due to the lack of time, soldering through hole components to circuit boards are only explained. This is one of the most common types of soldering for DIYers like in the Instructable community.
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 12 Aug 2009 08:51:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Solder-on-PCB-traces/
Solder on PCB traces - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZG/3N2T/FT3K6WMR/FZG3N2TFT3K6WMR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZG/3N2T/FT3K6WMR/FZG3N2TFT3K6WMR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZG/3N2T/FT3K6WMR/FZG3N2TFT3K6WMR.SMALL.jpg F-zero Have you ever needed to solder a component onto an already completed PCB, or wanted to fix a broken trace or even mod something like a gaming controller? Well here's how! Supplies! You won't need much for this instructable, just the basics.You'll need:1. The ability to solder (I'm sure you alread...
By: F-zero

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Apr 2009 15:11:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Create-Solder-Paste-Stencils-with-Cricut/
Create Solder Paste Stencils with Cricut - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F43/NB6L/FQSWZROC/F43NB6LFQSWZROC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F43/NB6L/FQSWZROC/F43NB6LFQSWZROC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F43/NB6L/FQSWZROC/F43NB6LFQSWZROC.SMALL.jpg opendous NOTE:  DO NOT purchase a Cricut machine!  I have been informed (by TheGreatS) that the Cricut will no longer work with Sure-Cuts-A-Lot or Make-The-Cut as ProvoCraft are not willing to play nice with their customers.  I will attempt to get hold of another craft cutter and redo the tutorial. Use a Cr...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Feb 2009 20:23:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Desktop-Voltage-RegulatorPower-Supply/
Desktop Voltage Regulator/Power Supply - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/IBNG/FOVXP2K6/F7UIBNGFOVXP2K6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/IBNG/FOVXP2K6/F7UIBNGFOVXP2K6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/IBNG/FOVXP2K6/F7UIBNGFOVXP2K6.SMALL.jpg cousine If you are an electronics student, hobbiest or pro you surely have the usual problem of supplying the right voltage to your devices and circuits.This instructable will take you through the process of making a variable power supply (voltage regulator really) that is able to output 1volts to 17volts f...
By: cousine

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Dec 2008 17:24:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Put-down-that-tortilla-Prototype-your-next-circui/
Put down that tortilla! Prototype your next circuit on a soda bottle! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/JXRO/FB7FC6ON/FSMJXROFB7FC6ON.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/JXRO/FB7FC6ON/FSMJXROFB7FC6ON.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/JXRO/FB7FC6ON/FSMJXROFB7FC6ON.SMALL.jpg klee27x I look around for my ashtray, and it is nowhere in sight. Unperturbed, I grab the empty soda bottle on my desk and cut the bottom off with my soldering iron. I add a notch to hold a cigarette, and then I notice with dismay that a small blob of solder has been left behind. I wouldn't want lead and ro...
By: klee27x

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 Jan 2008 14:10:56 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Assemble-a-Universal-PCB/
Assemble a Universal PCB - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FG1/L93X/F23Z33K6/FG1L93XF23Z33K6.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FG1/L93X/F23Z33K6/FG1L93XF23Z33K6.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FG1/L93X/F23Z33K6/FG1L93XF23Z33K6.SMALL.jpg Toodles The Universal PCB (UPCB for short) project was started to allow a single game controller, especially fighting sticks, on as many different consoles as possible. Information about the project can be found on the following thread in the Shoryuken.com forums: Shoryuken.comThis instructable helps guide ...
By: Toodles

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 May 2007 21:39:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Toaster-Oven-Reflow-Soldering-BGA/
Toaster Oven Reflow Soldering (BGA) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FJK/6AZX/CLXEP27QQX5/FJK6AZXCLXEP27QQX5.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FJK/6AZX/CLXEP27QQX5/FJK6AZXCLXEP27QQX5.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FJK/6AZX/CLXEP27QQX5/FJK6AZXCLXEP27QQX5.SMALL.jpg colin Doing solder reflow work can be expensive and difficult, but thankfully there exists a simple and elegant solution: Toaster Ovens. This project shows my preferred setup and the tricks that make the process run smooth. In this example I'll focus on doing reflow of a BGA (ball grid array). Find a ...
By: colin

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