The hot swap socket fell off when i put switches on it
I am currently installing the switches for corne wireless and suddenly 3 hotswap sockets fell off... is it possible to resolder it?
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Yes, it's possible to resolder the hotswap sockets.
Ensure the socket is flush and straight with the PCB while soldering. Check out this guide if you need a soldering refresher.
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It’s also recommended that you place a finger on the hotswap socket when placing switches. The support your finger provides stops the socket from popping off.
Can you post a photo of the PCB where they fell off? If the pads have not been lifted away, you can just resolder. If they have, you might need to get creative with bodge wires.
Is it possible to use heat gun with it?
Looks like all the pads are intact, so you should be good. Apply some flux to the pads first. I'm not too familiar with heat gun soldering, but if you have the right paste it should work