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Point to Point vs PCB

post #1 of 4
5/14/11 at 9:44pm
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This is a good article. Although, it is intended for guitar amps, I do feel that it can apply to other amps as well.

 

http://proguitarshop.com/andyscorner/2011/04/04/pcb-vs-handwired/

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post #2 of 4
5/14/11 at 10:48pm
It does. What the article doesn't touch on is the problems with PCB repair. If you lift a pad or accidentally cut a trace, PCB becomes very difficult to repair. I avoid PCBs because I like easy repairs. Electrolytics have to be replaced every so often; I'd rather not have to risk destroying the PCB to get them out.
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post #3 of 4
5/15/11 at 7:01am
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I usually stick to point to point for peace of mind.

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post #4 of 4
5/16/11 at 1:10am
I picked up a bunch of single turret solder lugs at Apex Electronics - they're nice to work with.

Though I've found solder tabs at Nebraska Surplus for something like 8¢ each. One of those with a screw, aluminum spacer, a couple of nylon washers, and a nut would make for a nice tie point. Since the turret lugs are running $1-$2 each, this would save some money.
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