IC Base 6 pin

6-Pin IC Socket – DIP Socket for Integrated Circuits
The 6-pin IC socket is a compact through-hole DIP socket designed for safely mounting integrated circuits onto PCBs without directly soldering the IC itself. Commonly used in embedded systems, electronics prototyping, sensor modules, optocouplers, and repair applications, this socket helps protect temperature-sensitive ICs from soldering damage while allowing easy insertion, removal, testing, and replacement.

Why it’s a System Essential:
• Prevents Heat Damage: Protects sensitive ICs from excessive soldering temperatures.
• Easy IC Replacement: Allows integrated circuits to be inserted and removed without desoldering.
• Ideal for Testing & Development: Useful for prototyping, debugging, and repeated IC replacement applications.
• Suitable for Programmable & Replaceable ICs: Commonly used in embedded and microcontroller systems.
• Durable Construction: Made from black thermoplastic with tin-plated alloy contacts for reliable performance.
• Orientation Support: Moulded notch ensures proper IC alignment during installation.
• Expandable Arrangement: Can be mounted end-to-end for supporting larger IC configurations.

Technical Specifications:
• Socket Type: 6-Pin DIP IC Socket
• Number of Pins: 6 Pins
• Pin Pitch: 2.54mm
• Pitch Width: 7.62mm
• PCB Hole Requirement: 0.60mm
• Overall Height Above PCB: 4.80mm

Construction Details:
• Body Material: Black Thermoplastic
• Contact Material: Tin-Plated Alloy Contacts

Mechanical Features:
• Moulded Orientation Notch
• Easy IC Insertion & Removal
• Through-Hole PCB Mounting
• JDEC Standard Compliant

Features:
• Heat protection for integrated circuits
• Replaceable IC mounting solution
• Reliable electrical contact performance
• PCB and prototyping compatible
• Suitable for repeated IC testing
• Embedded development friendly

Applications:
• Embedded systems development
• Sensor and optocoupler mounting
• Electronics prototyping
• IC testing and debugging
• Educational electronics projects
• Industrial electronics repair
• DIY electronics projects
• Replaceable IC circuit designs
• Temperature-sensitive IC applications

Best For:
Ideal for students, hobbyists, makers, engineers, technicians, and embedded developers working on embedded systems, electronics prototyping, sensor interfaces, IC testing, repair applications, and programmable hardware requiring safe, reusable, and reliable 6-pin DIP IC mounting solutions.