[time-nuts] How to open solder-sealed OCXOs?

Graeme Zimmer gzimmer at wideband.net.au
Sun Feb 2 03:50:04 EST 2014


> What's the best way to open an OCXO in the typical solder-sealed tinned
> steel can?

Use a high wattage iron to melt the solder at one point, prise the gap 
open with a flat screwdriver, then work along the join.

Solder is soft. so once you get it started you should be able to roll it 
open like a can of tuna.

You could use a dremmel and a cutting disk, but the vibration might kill 
the Xtal.

Alternatively, a hot air gun might work if you are quick enough not to 
cook the innards.

............ Zim


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