BEST way to remove electronic components from circuit boards (through hole) “proven technique”

Removing electronic components from circuit boards can save you a lot of money over time because you don’t have to order every single component every time. There are different strategies for harvesting all kinds of different components. In this video you’ll get a chance to see those strategies in action.

[maninderjeetbook]

Is that a heat-gun ?, Can it damage the component ?

[ljtlove]

Try some braided copper strands made for solder wicking. Not expensive at all and does an excellent job. A bit of non-corrosive flux helps too.

[nicholasinfinger]

I need to learn to remove components without damaging the board

[johncardenas]

ur better off cracking circuit board I done it quit alot nd it look good