Overview
This 40-pin DIP IC socket is an essential component for any electronics workbench. It provides a convenient and reliable way to mount 40-pin dual in-line package (DIP) integrated circuits onto a PCB, allowing for easy insertion, removal, and replacement without soldering directly to the IC. Perfect for prototyping, development, and production, this socket ensures your valuable ICs remain protected from heat damage and are reusable across multiple projects.
Key Features
- 40-Pin DIP Configuration: Standard 0.3-inch (7.62mm) width, ideal for common 40-pin ICs like ATmega328P, PIC microcontrollers, and many memory chips.
- High-Quality Contacts: Precision-machined or stamped contacts ensure a secure electrical connection and low contact resistance.
- Durable Construction: Made with high-temperature resistant plastic body (typically PBT or PA9T) and gold or tin-plated contacts for long-lasting performance.
- Easy IC Replacement: Allows quick swapping of ICs for programming, testing, or upgrading without desoldering.
- Through-Hole Mounting: Standard 2.54mm pitch, perfect for breadboards, PCBs, and perfboards.
Technical Specifications
- Type: DIP (Dual In-line Package)
- Pin Count: 40
- Pitch: 2.54mm (0.1 inch)
- Width: 0.3 inch (7.62mm) between rows
- Material: High-temperature plastic body, copper alloy contacts with gold or tin plating
- Mounting Type: Through-hole (THT)
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to +105°C (typical)
Applications & Use Cases
- Microcontroller Projects: Socket your ATmega328P, PIC16F877A, or other 40-pin MCUs for easy programming and reuse.
- Prototyping: Use on breadboards or PCBs to test circuits without soldering ICs directly.
- Repair & Maintenance: Replace faulty ICs quickly in existing equipment.
- Education: Ideal for classroom labs and student projects where components are frequently swapped.
- Production: Provides a socketed solution for firmware updates and field maintenance.
What's Included
- 1x 40-Pin DIP IC Socket Base
Compatibility
- Compatible with all standard 40-pin DIP ICs, including but not limited to:
- ATmega328P (Arduino Uno)
- PIC16F877A
- 8051 microcontrollers
- MCP23017 I/O expander
- 28C256 EEPROM (with adapter if needed)
- Fits standard 2.54mm pitch breadboards and PCBs.
MOKWN Recommendation
For Egyptian electronics enthusiasts, this 40-pin DIP socket is a must-have for your component kit. Whether you're a student at Cairo University working on a final project, a professional engineer in the 10th of Ramadan industrial zone, or a hobbyist in Alexandria, this socket will save you time and money by protecting your ICs and making your designs more flexible. Combine it with our high-quality breadboards, jumper wires, and microcontrollers for the ultimate prototyping experience. Order now and enjoy fast delivery anywhere in Egypt!
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