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I have soldered like twice in my life. Given that I have the required tool(s) and solder type, would you consider this device too advanced for a novice? And if not will the cost of the materials and such exceed the cost difference between unassembled and assembled? Note: I plan on buying at least 2 when you release them. Thanks Florin
The important question is, have you soldered SMD parts before ? if not I would not recommend getting the unassembled version of V2 because the parts are small and the result will probably be unreliable. As for V3 I'm using even smaller parts so I would only recommend it to someone who has experience with soldering SMD parts like 0805 resistors.
As for the price it really depends if you already have the materials or if you have to purchase them. A spool of solder, a flux pen and a fine soldering tip would probably get the price higher than the assembled one costs.
And there is the looks factor, only someone really experienced with soldering SMD parts could make this kit look nice, soldered by hand. It's really difficult to achieve the perfect looks of a board soldered in a reflow oven.
Now, its up to you.
Florin
ha ok take it easy.
