18 Pin DIP IC Socket Base – JDEC Compliant Adapter (Pack of 5)

The 18 Pin DIP IC Socket Base – JDEC Compliant Adapter (Pack of 5) is the ideal solution for protecting your valuable ICs during soldering and easy replacement or upgrades. These sockets provide a secure and professional method to mount 18-pin dual in-line package (DIP) integrated circuits to your PCB, allowing you to insert or remove ICs without risking damage from heat or rework.

Each socket in this pack of 5 is built to JDEC standards and features a molded notch for proper orientation, ensuring correct IC alignment every time. The socket design allows for effortless insertion and removal of ICs, making it perfect for prototyping, development, or repeated programming of microcontrollers and logic chips. Whether you’re working on electronics repairs or custom PCB projects, this socket base ensures reliability and precision.

🔧 Key Features

• 18-Pin Support: Designed for standard 18-pin DIP ICs
• JDEC Compliant: Industry-standard spacing and layout
• Molded Notch: Easy orientation for accurate IC installation
• Reusable Design: Allows ICs to be inserted/removed multiple times
• PCB Mountable: Easily soldered onto prototyping or production boards

📐 Technical Specifications

📌 Applications

• Prototyping: Easily swap ICs during testing and development
• Embedded Systems: Use in circuits requiring repeated chip programming
• Repairs: Replace ICs without soldering directly to the PCB
• Educational Kits: Ideal for training and hands-on circuit experiments

💡 Benefits

• Protects ICs from heat damage during soldering
• Facilitates fast troubleshooting and chip replacement
• Reusable and cost-effective for development work

📦 Package Contents

• 5 × 18 Pin DIP IC Socket Base