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From: paul@hp-lsd.UUCP (paul)
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Subject: Re: Orphaned Response
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Date: Thu, 13-Dec-84 16:13:00 EST
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Posted: Thu Dec 13 16:13:00 1984
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Nf-From: hp-lsd!paul    Dec 14 13:13:00 1984

RE:  opening plastic DIPs

I brought this to the attention of a hardware friend of mine.  I had recalled
EE labs where I had easily opened a DIP by electrical means and inquired about
it.  The reply:

	The best way to do this is to connect a very low impedence power
	supply so as to reverse-bias one of the junctions.  The junction
	will vaporize and the vapor pressure opens the pack for you.

	(Note - this is lots of fun but watch for flying plastic!)


		--Paul Bame
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