Can you replace BGA at home?

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gloves10101

Joined Aug 18, 2013
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Hello,
I want to replace a BGA component but I was told that you need a special device to solder it and also, to check the bga soldering with x-ray..
Is that true? or you can replace it yourself at home?
If so, which tools will I need?
Thanks everyone !
 

GetDeviceInfo

Joined Jun 7, 2009
2,192
read the specs for your device. You may appreciate that the device can easily handle a reflow cycle, however the surrounding devices or pcb may not. If I implement such packages, they will be mounted first (hot air), and tested, prior to further populating. I have successfully removed devices (sacrificing pcb) and remounted on new boards, with good success. I wouldn't attempt to replace a device on a populated board.
 
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