
AVR Robot Controller 1.1 Assembly Instructions
AVR Robot Controller 1.1 Assembly Instructions
Preparation
Identify the parts used in the AVR Robot Controller (ARC). Refer to the Kit Contents section for a list of parts in each bag.
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•Loose items: the battery holder,
It is recommended that you return unused items to their original locations so that you can find them later!
Soldering Overview
The ARC can be assembled using a fine tip
The side cutters are used to trim component leads flush to the board after soldering them. With a little practice the side cutters can be used to strip wire as well: the trick is to cut into the insulation, but not the wire, and then pull the end off.
The key to obtaining a good solder joint is to get everything hot enough so that the solder “wets” the surface and wicks into the spaces between the wire and what you are soldering it to. First clean the iron tip by wiping it across a damp sponge. Then tin the tip with a bit of fresh solder. Then place the tip against the pin and the solder pad, i.e. wedging it in the corner of the two. Then touch the solder to the pin or the board near to the tip. Usually it takes just a fraction of a second to get the joint hot enough to melt the solder. Then leave the tip on the joint for a couple seconds more until the solder visibly wicks into the hole. If the hole looks empty you can put another touch of solder on. When done, snip the excess lead material off flush to the bottom of the board. Usually cleaning and tinning the tip is needed only between rounds of soldering or after soldering
You need a workspace as well. The ARC uses
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