De-soldering is the process of removing solder from a joint in order to detach electronic components from a printed circuit board. It is commonly used during rework, repair, or replacement of components.
This technique can be performed using tools such as a de-soldering pump, de-soldering braid, or a temperature-controlled de-soldering station. The goal is to safely remove the solder without damaging the component, the PCB, or surrounding areas.
Proper de-soldering is essential in electronics work, especially in high-reliability environments where cleanliness, precision, and compliance with standards such as IPC-A-610 are critical.
