Behold, Tom Kreyche signalled from keyed 4-1000A filament:

I can't avoid it anymore! I have an IC in SSOP package that I want to
use. Does anyone have tips on how to do it or maybe this is on a FAQ
someplace.

thanks, Tom

Solder paste, a heat gun and a quick hand ;-)

--
Gregg
*It's probably useful, even if it can't be SPICE'd*
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