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- Jan 1, 1970
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Hi all,
I'm looking to get back into circuit design. I haven't messed with
anything since my college days - about 15 years ago when I graduated
with an EE. Since then all I've been doing is C/C++ programming work
in embedded systems, but the bug has bit me to do some tinkering
again.
My current project idea has me using some parts I've never done much
with - CPLD's, FLASH, etc. As far as CPLD's, I can get parts I'm
interested in in PLCC packaging, which means I can solder or wirewrap
a PLCC socket. The FLASH I'm looking at is available in TSOP style
packaging.
In general, though - how does a hobbyist go about dealing with these
exotic forms of packaging? TSOP and QFP's are very dense and tiny
surface mounted pins! Are we talking a very chisled point iron,
controlled temps, and a very good magnifying glass? I've seen
adapters that take such packaging out to DIP form, but you still have
to mount the part to the adapter.
What do you all suggest?
I'm looking to get back into circuit design. I haven't messed with
anything since my college days - about 15 years ago when I graduated
with an EE. Since then all I've been doing is C/C++ programming work
in embedded systems, but the bug has bit me to do some tinkering
again.
My current project idea has me using some parts I've never done much
with - CPLD's, FLASH, etc. As far as CPLD's, I can get parts I'm
interested in in PLCC packaging, which means I can solder or wirewrap
a PLCC socket. The FLASH I'm looking at is available in TSOP style
packaging.
In general, though - how does a hobbyist go about dealing with these
exotic forms of packaging? TSOP and QFP's are very dense and tiny
surface mounted pins! Are we talking a very chisled point iron,
controlled temps, and a very good magnifying glass? I've seen
adapters that take such packaging out to DIP form, but you still have
to mount the part to the adapter.
What do you all suggest?