Nintendo Switch OLED NOT Charging M92T36 PD Controller USB-C Charging Power IC
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How to replce Nintendo switch PD
Controller below is a general guide.
Severity Warning:
Skill Level: Expert Micro-soldering
Risk of Damage: Very High. A
mistake can permanently destroy the Switch's main board (CPU, RAM, eMMC).
Tools Required: High-end,
specialized equipment.
Tools and Materials Required
Micro-soldering Station: A
high-quality station with a hot air gun and a precise soldering iron (e.g.,
Quick, JBC, Pace, Hakko).
Microscope: A stereo microscope is
absolutely essential. You cannot do this accurately with magnifying glasses or
the naked eye.
High-Quality Solder: Leaded solder
(e.g., 63/37) is easier to work with for this type of job.
Flux: No-clean flux paste or gel.
Amtech NC-559-V2-TF is a popular professional choice.
Solder Wick & Desoldering Pump:
For cleaning up pads.
Isopropyl Alcohol: 99% for cleaning
flux residue.
Tweezers: Sharp, anti-static,
non-magnetic tweezers.
Kapton Tape: To shield surrounding
components from hot air.
High-Quality Replacement IC:
CRITICAL. Source a genuine M92T36 chip from a reputable supplier. Many chips on
eBay and AliExpress are counterfeit or pulled from dead boards and will not
work. A bad chip can cause further damage.
Stencil & Solder Paste
(Optional but Highly Recommended): For applying fresh solder to the new chip's
pins. A 0.2mm laser-cut stencil for the M92T36 is ideal.
Preheater (Optional but
Recommended): A board preheater helps reduce thermal stress on the motherboard
during the hot air process, preventing warping and solder joint issues.
Step-by-Step Removal and
Replacement Guide
Step 1: Diagnosis and Preparation
Confirm the Fault: Common symptoms
of a failed M92T36 include:
No Power: Completely dead, no LED,
no response.
No Charging: Battery doesn't
charge, but console may run on battery.
No USB-C Communication: Console
doesn't recognize being docked.
Burning Smell from the area near
the USB-C port.
Disassembly: Completely disassemble
the Nintendo Switch until you have the naked main motherboard.
Clean the Area: Use isopropyl
alcohol and a soft brush to clean any dirt or corrosion around the M92T36 chip
and USB-C port.
Inspect Under Microscope: Look for
physical damage, cracked solder joints, or signs of liquid damage.
Step 2: Board Preparation
Secure the Board: Place the
motherboard securely in a holder that won't melt or interfere with heating.
Apply Kapton Tape: Use Kapton tape
to mask off all small components around the M92T36 chip. This includes tiny
capacitors, resistors, and especially plastic connectors. The tape protects
them from being blown away by the hot air or melted.
Apply Flux: Apply a generous amount
of flux around and under the sides of the existing M92T36 chip. This helps with
heat transfer and protects the pads from oxidation.
Step 3: Removing the Old M92T36
Chip
Preheat the Board (If possible): If
you have a preheater, set it to around 150-180°C. This gently warms the entire
board.
Hot Air Settings: On your hot air
station, use a medium-sized nozzle. Set the temperature to 320-350°C and the
air flow to a medium-low setting (e.g., 3-4 on a Quick 861DW). The goal is to
melt the solder without overheating and damaging the chip or board.
Heating Process: Hold the hot air
gun about 1-2 cm above the chip. Move it in small circles to evenly heat the
entire component. Do not focus on one spot.
Lifting the Chip: After 60-90
seconds, gently nudge the chip with your tweezers. When the solder underneath
is fully liquid, the chip will slide easily. Carefully lift it straight off the
board.
Immediately clean the area with
solder wick and flux to remove excess solder from the pads. Ensure all pads are
clean, flat, and shiny.
Step 4: Preparing the New Chip
Tin the Pads (Optional): You can
put a tiny, minimal amount of fresh solder on the center ground pad.
Apply Solder Paste (Best Method):
Align the stencil perfectly over
the new M92T36 chip.
Apply a small amount of solder
paste and spread it across the stencil with a squeegee.
Carefully remove the stencil. A
perfect layer of solder should now be on all the pins.
Use your hot air gun (on a low
setting) to "reflow" the paste onto the pins, turning it into shiny
solder. This is called "pre-balling" the chip.
Apply Flux: Apply a small amount of
flux to the solder balls on the new chip.
Search for reputable console repair
shops like Tech Engineers & AppleFix
that specialize in board-level repair and mention Nintendo Switch and
micro-soldering specifically.lacement
