[time-nuts] 5MHz ocxo

[Paul Flinders]

On 25/07/12 23:36, Ed Palmer wrote:
> Take another look at flea bay.  If you search for < "5 mhz" oscillator 
> > and weed out the trash there are a few decent looking units.
I had searched for 5MHz ocxo which is why I didn't see the ones you 
found. Having said that the result is slightly frustrating as, although 
there are a few 5MHz ocxo's in the list none will fit the case which is 
only 1U
>
> As for repairing the original, go for it.  You can't make it any 
> worse.  I would use a utility knife to scrape away as much solder as 
> possible but don't use the sharp edge of the blade, use the back of 
> the sharp edge so that it cuts more like a cutter on a lathe or 
> milling machine.  Once you've got the excess out of the road, my tool 
> of choice is a micro-torch.  Pre-heating with a heat gun might be a 
> good idea, too.  If you search the archives you'll find more ideas on 
> opening these things.
Thanks I'll have a look