{"product_id":"ic-base-16-pin","title":"IC BASE 16 PIN","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC Socket – Protective Mounting Socket for Integrated Circuits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIC sockets are specially designed connectors used to mount integrated circuits (ICs) onto printed circuit boards without directly soldering the IC itself. These sockets help protect sensitive components from soldering heat damage and make IC replacement, testing, and programming much easier. They are widely used in embedded systems, microcontroller applications, electronics prototyping, industrial systems, and repair work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it’s a System Essential:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Protects ICs from Soldering Heat: Prevents damage to temperature-sensitive integrated circuits during PCB assembly.\u003cbr\u003e• Simplifies IC Replacement: Allows easy insertion and removal without desoldering.\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for Testing Multiple Circuits: Convenient for applications where ICs are frequently swapped or tested.\u003cbr\u003e• Useful for Microcontroller Programming: Enables easy removal of programmable ICs for external programming.\u003cbr\u003e• Durable Construction: Built using black thermoplastic with tin-plated alloy contacts for reliable operation.\u003cbr\u003e• Orientation Identification: Notched edge helps ensure correct IC alignment during installation.\u003cbr\u003e• Expandable Configuration: Sockets can be mounted end-to-end for supporting longer IC packages.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Body Material: Black Thermoplastic\u003cbr\u003e• Contact Material: Tin-Plated Alloy Contacts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Notched End for Easy IC Orientation\u003cbr\u003e• End-to-End Mounting Capability for Longer ICs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Heat protection for ICs\u003cbr\u003e• Easy IC insertion and removal\u003cbr\u003e• Reliable electrical contact performance\u003cbr\u003e• Suitable for repeated IC replacement\u003cbr\u003e• PCB and prototyping compatible\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for embedded development environments\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Embedded systems development\u003cbr\u003e• Microcontroller programming\u003cbr\u003e• IC testing and debugging\u003cbr\u003e• Electronics prototyping\u003cbr\u003e• Educational electronics projects\u003cbr\u003e• Industrial control electronics\u003cbr\u003e• Repair and maintenance applications\u003cbr\u003e• DIY electronics projects\u003cbr\u003e• Temperature-sensitive IC installations\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdeal for students, hobbyists, makers, engineers, technicians, and embedded developers working on microcontroller systems, IC programming, electronics testing, prototyping, repair work, and embedded hardware projects requiring safe, reusable, and reliable IC mounting solutions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TinkEdge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46584115200199,"sku":"TE-ICBAS03-600","price":34.24,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6620\/6407\/files\/ICBASE16PIN_1.png?v=1779695847","url":"https:\/\/shop.tinkedge.tech\/products\/ic-base-16-pin","provider":"TinkEdge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}