breadboardheaderjumperprototyping
I installed header pins that fit into a feather microcontroller, but since they are not double sided header pins, the top side is too short to attach normal jumper wires to. Is there some clean, non-permanent solution to this where I can still attach jumper wires, but not solder or desolder any existing pins?
You may use an new IDE connector and attach it on the ribbon cable (I'm supposing they are using the standard size of wires). This way you can create a derivation without damaging the cable.
Another good practice is to use a buffer for all the pins. I know its a bit costly but otherwise the input impedance could cause interference in the system.
Be careful not to solder the pin into the socket!
Best Answer
Either cut the plastic and lift it off the pins, or use test clips or micro grabber clips to attach to the remaining headers. You could also use wire wrap. Or solder a second header to that header. It's possible just ugly.
Or save the hassle and just desolder and resolder a new one of the right length. It will take you less time than hacking something.