Aries Electronics, Inc. Sockets for ICs, Transistors 40-6551-11

The 40-6551-11 is a Universal Zero-Insertion-Force DIP Test Socket designed for ICs and transistors. It accommodates devices with pin centers ranging from 0.300 to 0.600 inches and supports various pin counts. The socket features normally-closed contacts to maintain contact integrity without relying on plastic components. It can be soldered into PCBs or plugged into other sockets or receptacles. Constructed from black UL 94V-0 glass-filled Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS), the socket's handle is made of stainless steel, and the handle knob is brass. The contacts are available in either Beryllium Copper (BeCu) or Spinodal Alloy, with multiple plating options including nickel, tin, and gold. The socket has a contact current rating of 1 amp, insulation resistance of 1000 MΩ minimum, and a dielectric withstand voltage of 1000 VAC. It is rated for a life cycle of 25,000 to 50,000 cycles and operates within a temperature range of -85°F to 221°F. The retention force is 55g per pin based on a specific test lead diameter. Engineers should consider this socket for applications requiring reliable connections and ease of use in testing environments.