326-43-150-41-002000

Sockets for ICs, Transistors

Sockets are indispensable components in any electronic circuitry in order to properly transmit and receive signals. They are especially useful in allowing for rapid product development, testing, and integration of numerous ICs and transistors. While there are many types of sockets for different applications, all sockets are essentially interchangeable, serving one primary purpose - to accept communications and electrical signals from a variety of ICs and transistors.

Types of Sockets

The two primary types of sockets are DIP and Surface Mount Sockets. DIP sockets are designed for Dual In-line Packages (DIPs), which are the most common type of microcontroller ICs with two rows of pins. DIPs are usually used as processors, RAM, memory, and non-volatile storage in applications such as consumer electronic devices, home appliances, and embedded systems. DIP sockets are available in both through-hole and surface mount configurations depending on the application.

Surface mount sockets are used for surface mount ICs, transistors, and other components. These are semiconductor components with a contact pad on their top surface that allow them to be soldered directly to a printed circuit board (PCB), eliminating the need for wire leads. They are usually used for high-speed circuits, such as I/O, in order to provide for greater signal stability and improved installation times.

326-43-150-41-002000 Socket Specification & Features

326-43-150-41-002000 sockets are designed for surface mount applications and deliver a reliable and reliable connection between ICs and circuit boards. It has a total of 150 pins in 6 rows, which provides an excellent communication link between the ICs and the PCBs.

This socket also includes high temperature insulation material, which provides protection from ambient temperatures up to 125°C and ensures a long life span up to 10,000 mating cycles. It also features a double locking mechanism to hold the ICs firmly in place on the board. Furthermore, it offers ultra-low standing height (4.2mm max) and minimum peak-to-peak contact resistance (2 mΩ typical) for increased reliability.

Working Principle

The DIP socket works by providing a physical media for the integration of ICs and transistors. It provides an insulated barrier between the ICs and the circuit board, allowing signals and current to be passed between the two without any risk of short circuits. The DIP socket also ensures all the pins on the ICs make secure contact with the corresponding pins on the circuit boards. This ensures no loss of signal due to poor contact.

The surface mount socket also works in essentially the same manner, acting as the physical media between the ICs and the circuit board. However, the surface mount socket has a different form factor than the DIP socket, as its pins have to be soldered directly to the PCB. This reduces the amount of wiring and simplifies the assembly process, as well as providing a more reliable connection.

Conclusion

The 326-43-150-41-002000 socket is an economical, reliable, and durable solution for integrating ICs and transistors into both through-hole and surface mount applications. It is especially useful in consumer electronic devices, home appliances, and embedded systems, allowing for a user-friendly and efficient approach to product development, testing, and integration.