An IC (integrated circuit) socket adaptor helps to convert one type of IC socket into another, for example from a small outline ICs (SOIC) socket to a dual in line (DIP) format. IC sockets are a kind of placeholder that provides safe removal and insertion of IC chips which might otherwise become damaged if left in place from the soldering and heat.
How to fit your IC socket adaptor
The top of the IC socket adapter has surface mount pads to which the surface mount device can be soldered. The underside of the adapter has DIP pins. These can either be soldered into a PCB (printed circuit board) or mated with any standard IC socket.
IC socket adaptor benefits and applications
IC socket adaptors are ideal because they can reduce development costs – you don't need to redesign boards for alternative packages.
They're used in applications where integrated circuit devices have short lead pins, such as desktop and server computers. They're also used for prototyping new circuits because they allow easy component swapping.
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’Adaptics’ of the same specification as the dual
in line package to PLCC versions, which enable PLCCs to be converted to Dual in line package format of 0.1in. pitch and 0.6in. row spacing. Development costs may be reduced by avoiding ...
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Two piece ’Adaptics’ that convert dual in line
packages to small outline ICs format. The top is detachable from the base by way of socket contacts, allowing the two parts to be plugged and unplugged and making the surface mounting ...
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DIP to PLCC 'Adaptics' which emulates PLCC devices
with standard dual in line packages. Also, can be used to convert PLCC to dual in line package in times of product shortage or redesign. Plug body: Glass Filled Polyester Temperature rating: ...
