I was trying to fix a broken output jack on my korg dw-8000 and during the removal of the old jack, one of the pads lifted from the pcb. How can i safely remove the solder mask so i can solder to the trace ( the jack is not working without the pad…)?
Anyone know an answer?
one thing i have done with broken traces /broken pcbs
scrape some of the coating off of the still attached existing trace and solder a small wire to the trace then solder the wire to desired connection
restablishing the original design
just be carefull not to solder anything togehter
also tin(presolder ) the trace before attaching the wire this will make ading the wire in much easier
Right, problem is the trace is covered by solder mask. Can I just scrape it off ? I would fear that would damage the trace underneath, and I’d be no better off than before.
thanks,
AB
Can I just scrape it off ? I would fear that would damage the trace underneath, and I’d be no better off than before.
Just scrape it off yes! use a small flathead type screwdriver and just go gently if your concerned (you’ll be fine tho ;p) once you see the original copper colour u know ur there!
good luck!
Awesome, thanks. Will try this soon!