One small question, though - since the regulators, transformer etc are through-hole, and there's plenty of board space, wouldn't it have been feasible to use all through-hole components?
I mean, since this is supposed to be "DIY friendly"... 😉
I mean, since this is supposed to be "DIY friendly"... 😉
Also, anything SMD down to 1206 package is easy to solder (as long as your eyes are good).
Why? For who?
I disagree. As long as you are physically able (eyes and hands) then I don't think there is anything extra challenging about any of my DIY SMD designs. Hand soldering SMD just takes a bit of practice, like anything else.
If you are a little older, your eyes maybe worse or perhaps your hands not as steady as they used to be, then sure, it would be more challenging.
I don't have any special tools, just a HAKKO FX-888D.
I'm not talking for myself, i don't mind stuff down to 0603 (even with a pretty chunky iron tip).
Just saying that many still aren't comfortable / "on board" with SMD, and that might limit the appeal of this particular board design, that's all 🙂
Just saying that many still aren't comfortable / "on board" with SMD, and that might limit the appeal of this particular board design, that's all 🙂
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