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		tverbeure on Nov 12, 2023 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: How to attach logic probes to tiny SMD components ... I prefer the UV hardening glue. Hot glue is a bit too messy for my taste, the glue gun takes too much space on my already full desk, and you need to wait for the thing to warm up.

analog31 on Nov 12, 2023 | [–]

Ah, but you can peel it off. However, I agree that it's messy. Do take precautions when working with UV. It's both an eye and skin hazard.

bogantech on Nov 12, 2023 | [–]

The trick is to ditch the glue gun - cut off a piece of glue stick, place it where you need it and hit it with the hot-air

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