We ship Feathers fully tested but without headers attached - this gives you the most flexibility on choosing how to use and configure your Feather
Prepare the header strip:Cut the strip to length if necessary. It will be easier to solder if you insert it into a breadboard - long pins down |
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Add the breakout board:Place the breakout board over the pins so that the short pins poke through the breakout pads And Solder!Be sure to solder all pins for reliable electrical contact. |
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Solder the other strip as well. |
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You're done! Check your solder joints visually and continue onto the next steps |
Tape In PlaceFor sockets you'll want to tape them in place so when you flip over the board they don't fall out |
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Flip & Tack SolderAfter flipping over, solder one or two points on each strip, to 'tack' the header in place |
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And Solder!Be sure to solder all pins for reliable electrical contact. |
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You're done! Check your solder joints visually and continue onto the next steps |