PLCC68 IC socket
The PLCC68 IC socket is designed to house 68-pin Plastic Leaded Chip Carrier (PLCC) integrated circuits. This socket provides a reliable and convenient way to mount PLCC68 ICs onto a printed circuit board (PCB) without the need for direct soldering of the IC, enabling easy replacement and maintenance.
Key Features:
- Compatibility: Accommodates 68-pin PLCC ICs
- Material: High-quality, durable plastics and metals
- Pin Configuration: 68 pins arranged to match the PLCC68 package layout
- Insertion and Removal: Facilitates easy insertion and removal of ICs, often using a PLCC extraction tool
- Mounting: Can be soldered onto PCBs using through-hole or surface-mount techniques
- Contact Type: Typically features gold-plated or tin-plated contacts for corrosion resistance and reliable electrical connections
- Pin Count: 68
- Pin Pitch: Standard 1.27 mm (0.050 inches) pitch
- Socket Type: Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) or low insertion force, depending on the design
- Contact Material: Gold-plated or tin-plated contacts for improved conductivity and corrosion resistance
- Housing Material: High-temperature resistant plastic to withstand soldering processes
- Dimensions: Specific to the PLCC68 form factor, typically adhering to industry standards
- Prototyping: Used in development boards and prototypes to allow easy swapping of ICs during design and testing.
- Repair and Maintenance: Facilitates the replacement of PLCC ICs in existing electronic equipment without soldering.
- Production: Can be used in low-volume production runs where ICs might need to be frequently changed or upgraded.
- Educational: Commonly used in educational kits and projects to demonstrate the use of PLCC ICs.