16 Pin ZIF Socket

16 Pin ZIF Socket is designed as a type of IC socket or electrical connector that requires very little to no force for insertion. This is widely used when there is a requirement to program or test the chip, without damaging the chip. The socket consists of a lever which when moved up opens the clamps for the pins to be inserted. The weight of the IC itself is enough for the IC to be in place. When the lever moves down, the clamps in the socket latch onto the pins of the IC to lock it in place. ZIF Sockets make it quite easy to add and remove ICs from boards. It is ideal for use with ICs that require frequent changing. Moreover, it comes with an armature used to lock and unlock the IC to the base.

So any 16 pins DIP programmable IC work perfectly with this device. This device is right for programmers and may be used on a breadboard also. The pins on the socket are gold plated, which ensures long life. These Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) sockets clamp onto a chip, making an honest electrical connection, once you push the lever down. once you release the lever, it releases the chip. this enables you to repeatedly insert or remove a chip from the socket without damage to either. This socket is meant for DIP chips of up to 40 pins and up to 0.6″ wide. So it’s available for any size chip a per requirement.