An Almost Free Non-Destructive Soldering Jig

Last updated March 03, 2024

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I just couldn't bring myself to use the standard practice of soldering pins onto breakout boards using a solderless breadboard in spite of the recommendations and endorsements of some famous solder artists. I would cringe thinking that the heat would eventually warp the plastic portion of the board. It is a solderless breadboard after all.

Fortunately, after placing many Adafruit orders over the years, I had build up quite a collection of free half-sized Perma-Proto breadboards. The solution for creating a non-destructive soldering jig became obvious. Stack four Perma-Proto PCBs together, use a couple of M3 nylon screws and nuts, and place some rubber feet on the bottom. Voilà!

Sadly, the Perma-Proto board is no longer offered as a free product promotion. That's okay; I still have enough in the inventory for many future projects. And coasters. I have coasters.