Re: [Gumstix-users] GPSstix question

[Dave H. <dhy...@gm...>]

Hi guys,

> > Does anyone know if it is possible to get the GPSstix as a through
> > hole option?  Or at lease without the power/usb/audio jacks on it.
> > I like the antenna jack but would like to place the others in a
> > different location off board.
>
> They shouldn't be all that hard to de-solder with a little flux and a
> good wicking braid.  If you're ordering in volume and give us some
> lead time, we can easily manufacture them w/out those components
> placed on the board in the first place -- and even give you a
> discount for not having those parts on there.

There's some wonderful stuff called Chip Quik (DigiKey part SMD1-ND
for $15). It's like solder but has a much lower melting temperature.
It mixes with the solder and makes it to stay liquid for much longer
periods of time. Very nice for the odd desoldering job.

-- 
Dave Hylands
Vancouver, BC, Canada
http://www.DaveHylands.com/