Best way to remove SOIC opamp? Need help, first attempt failed!!

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I used a de-solderer with an attached vacuum pump, but could not get enough solder free to remove the chip.
I know the traces are delicate and I dont want to damage them.
I could clip the leads, but I am not sure what to use. I tried a pair of small manicure scissors, but there was still tension on the lead when I snipped it. The space between the pins are very narrow, and I have to force the scissors in a little to get around the pin. Is there something I should consider before I try again?

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Topic - Best way to remove SOIC opamp? Need help, first attempt failed!! - briang@ij.net 21:51:25 01/01/06 (6)

I do this on a daily basis... - Tweekeng 10:49:38 01/02/06 (0)

Re: Best way to remove SOIC opamp? Need help, first attempt failed!! - Dave Garretson 10:43:02 01/02/06 (0)

Clip it. - Panelhead 07:12:55 01/02/06 (1)

Razor - Jim Hagerman 21:45:59 01/04/06 (0)

Re: Best way to remove SOIC opamp? Need help, first attempt failed!! - fmak 22:02:51 01/01/06 (1)

Thx, I will do that. nt - briang@ij.net 23:52:36 01/01/06 (0)

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