Microsoldering Competition – Gadget Repair Expo

GRE Microsoldering Championship 2022

About the Championship

Every industry has it’s experts… why not show everyone you are the best microsolderer in the Phone Repair Industry by winning the Microsoldering Championship of the USA?!

The Microsoldering Champion competition will be held in an actual BOXING RING and judged by leaders in the repair space. The Grand Champion will have a special press release, a blog on our website and be awarded $500 cash prize PLUS the Entry Fee Jackpot! Additionally, the Champion will receive a Title Belt (Just like boxing & MMA)! The Micro Soldering Champion will receive their title and should be prepared to defend it at each Gadget Repair Expo! Apply at the bottom of this page.

Judging Panel

Dusten Mahathy

Michael Thomas

Jonathan Rincon

Martin Organista

Microscope Sponsor: Whole Sale Gadget Parts

Microsoldering Supply Sponsor: EZ Learning

Application process

Simply complete the form below, pay $25 and make sure to have your ticket for the expo.

Requirements

Yes, you need a ticket.
Must be able to diagnose basic board issues and be able to do BGA work
Must complete the form below
On-site there will be elimination rounds, we will send applicant information within the next few weeks
You do NOT need to bring anything with you, we supply all devices, tools and supplies.

Winnings

Steps to compete

Once you apply, please be patient, we will be emailing instructions over the next 2 weeks to each applicant. Yes, you need a ticket.

F.A.Q.

What are the minimum skills I would need to compete in the microsoldering challenge?

Suggested 1-2 years of microsoldering experience on iPhone logic boardsUnderstanding of their common faultsAbility to reball an iPhone main CPU (does not have to work or be reinstalled)Ability to harvest, reball, and reinstall iPhone 7 tristar where the phone still boots and charges

Will I be required to come to the Gadget Repair Expo ?

Yes. All selected finalists must compete at the live final round.

Can I bring my own equipment to the final round?

You can bring your own supplemental small tools and supplies, but all finalists must use the provided championship station large equipment microscope

What if I have other questions?

Submit questions to [email protected] and we will answer you back and also update this FAQ.

How does this work?

Apply above
Plan your trip and make sure you will be at the convention center 8Am to register. You must be to the Microsoldering Championship area NO LATER than 9:00AM SHARP, NO EXCEPTIONS.
You will be tested and there will be multiple elimination rounds to follow