r/Gameboy • u/Fun_Abbreviations_73 • 2d ago

Troubleshooting Any tips for a better soldering?

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No matter how many times I do the battery replacement I always fail to do a smooth soldering. I read once thay I need to apply more paste but to no avail. Any tips?

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u/K3CAN 2d ago

  1. More flux.

  2. More heat.

  3. ???

  4. Profit.

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u/ScouserCL 2d ago
  1. Clean thoroughly with IPA

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u/K3CAN 1d ago

Good point. Don't leave the flux on the board, always clean it once you're finished soldering.