QUOTE(justnits @ Sep 13 2013, 09:19 AM)
modding sifu, 40w soldering iron enuf to desolder?
and for LEDs, what specifications should i look out for?
3mm size? voltage/ohm?
QUOTE(justnits @ Sep 13 2013, 02:33 PM)
copper pad? on the pcb?
would using solder wick to desolder prevent burning it?
(my plan is to use soldering iron and solder sucker to desolder stock led)
Most factory manufactured keyboards uses Pb-Free Solder.
Not sure 40W is enough. Normally I set to 450'C and the solder melts.
Desoldering wick will just damage the pads if you don't know what you are doing. Normally it is used for pad cleaning, not for desoldering.
Do prepare some eye protection, and do it in a well ventilated area.