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Released in June 2017 as a successor to the Surface Pro 4. Also known as Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3". Model number: FJT-00001.

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Heat Gun/Blower for Screen Replacement

I am looking at purchasing a heat/gun blower to replace my Surface pro 5 screen (warm the adhesive to weaken it)....as well as for other electronics.

I have come across 3-in-1 Function Heat Blower and Soldering Iron (see link below), which I thought could be helpful with other projects also.

https://www.jaycar.co.nz/3-in-1-function...

Has anyone had any experience using this type of "heat blower"? First thought is it may be difficult to control the temperature...although it does have a flame adjustment setting.

Thanks in advance for your help.

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Hi @dgmossman ,

You may wish to take note of the warning at Step.1 in the ifixit Microsoft Surface Pro 5 Screen Replacement guide.

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Go for an iopener, otherwise it's too easy to damage the surface.

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I think the soldering gun you picked will be to narrow an area and far to hot to do the job well. I believe you chances or success on this repair would be much greater with a standard heat gun:

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I would use the iOpener or a heatmat.

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