Discrete sockets are a type of IC (integrated circuit) socket designed to allow IC devices to be mounted onto PCBs (printed circuit boards), giving virtually zero above-board profile. The socket is designed to press fit into a hole in your PCB and is therefore ideal for applications where space is limited.
How do discrete sockets work?
Discrete sockets are useful because you don't need solderto fit them. You simply insert them into the plated thru-holes on a PCB enabling the holes to become the component socket. The sockets are conical in shape and re-size the thru-hole on the board when pressed into place.
Options for the shell of the discrete socket included closed or open-ended, with or without a knurled section for added board retention.
Features and benefit of discrete sockets
Discrete sockets are designed to meet severe environmental conditions. They're beneficial because they:
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PCB DIP sockets with stamped and formed contacts
in a thermoplastic closed frame insulator. These PCB DIP sockets have a 2.54mm centerline with a 7.62 mm row spacing. The contacts of these PCB DIP IC sockets are gold plated with ...
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A range of PCB DIP IC sockets with
a 2.54mm centerline and 7.62 mm row-to row spacing with a UL 94V-0 rated thermoplastic closed frame insulator. The contacts of these PCB DIP sockets are gold plated with 4 fingered mating.These ...
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D2 series 2.54mm IC DIP sockets with an
open frame design and 7.62mm row spacing. These D2 series PCB IC DIP sockets accept leads with a diameter range of 0.41 to 0.56mm and are both end and side stackable. The ...
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PCB through hole mounting socket terminals that mate
with 1mm diameter pins. These PCB socket terminals use a 4 finger beryllium copper contact clip that offers resistance against high vibration and shock.Stock number 909-4332 also features knurling on the shell ...
