Microsoldering 101: Galaxy S3 USB Charge Port Replacement

It's our teardown expert Andrew's turn to sit at the microscope and today he's going to be replacing the USB charge port on a Samsung Galaxy S3. Watch as he creates alloys to make joints easier to solder! Marvel at his abilities to tin pads, and correct his mistakes when he bridges pads. Cheer him on in the hopes that all his efforts won't be in vain!

Don't have time to watch the full repair? Check out the highlights!

Making an Alloy on Anchor pads
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGZKsuaJlpo&t=8m57s
Removing the Port with Hot Air
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGZKsuaJlpo&t=20m25s
Cleaning with Copper Braid
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGZKsuaJlpo&t=28m25s
Tinning the Pads
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGZKsuaJlpo&t=32m38s
Attaching a New Connector
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGZKsuaJlpo&t=42m54s

Check out Jessa’s YouTube Channel for more Microsoldering videos
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPjp41qeXe1o_lp1US9TpWA
Or Visit her site at
http://mendonipadrehab.com/

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