Hand-Soldering 0805 SMD Components
SMD Soldering by Hand 0805 components are the 'sweet spot' for hand-soldering—small enough for compact boards but large enough to see without a microscope. 1. The Single Pad Tacking Apply a small amount of solder to just one pad on the PCB. 2. Alignment Using tweezers, hold the component in place. Heat the tinned pad and slide the component in until it sits flat. Remove heat while holding. 3. Complete the Joint Solder the other side normally. The first pad will hold the alignment while you work. 4. Use Flux If the solder doesn't flow smoothly or creates 'peaks', apply a drop of liquid flux and re-heat. Flux is the secret to professional-looking SMD joints.
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