Computers, smartphones, televisions, and most other electronic devices all require a printed circuit board, also known as a PCB. The PCB socket is made of a non-uniform, non-conductive material. Then print the circuits using special tools and use the proper techniques to make the boards. In addition to the wiring that connects to the various components on the board, the PCB also has areas for components that are directly connected to the board.
What Does the PCB socket Offer?
PCB sockets are often used to create connection points on the printed circuit board for various connections, also known as chips or integrated circuits. At the bottom of the socket PCB you will see different lines.
Different sockets have different numbers depending on the type of combination to be used. A row of matching pins can be seen at the top of the socket. Plastic that doesn’t work makes the socket. When a chip is inserted into a PCB socket, then each leg will be in contact with one of its socket legs because each hole is fully accessible to all lower pins.
Once the PCB sockets are soldered, the circuit board is ready to accept the joint. The IC is inserted into the socket after each pin has been inserted into the socket. As soon as the chip is inserted into the socket, it functions as if it were directly connected to the printed circuit board.
Importance of PCB socket
During the PCB manufacturing process, installing the PCB socket is an additional step to the process. However, the PCB socket plays an important role in the operation of the board. When an IC needs to be replaced due to modification or failure, the IC can be easily removed from its socket and simply replaced with a new chip.
A PCB socket is also a crystal material for cutting and connecting components on a printed circuit board. These sockets are ideal for applications subject to shock and vibration. PCB socket production also includes pre-machined contacts that snap into precision machined shells. These receptacles also accept round pins from 0.008″ to 0.102″ in diameter. Rectangular and square component wires are also available in different sizes and shapes.
What are the Features of a PCB socket?
- Non-conductive plastic is used as the sleeve.
- The socket PCB has many pins at the bottom. These pins are aligned.
- PCB sockets are very easy to use and cause little damage to the circuit board.
- In addition, PCB clothes are generally mounted on PCB, leaving each hole (leg in the PCB hole.
What are the Different Types of PCB Socket Designs?
There are different types of PCB socket designs. These include:
Throughboard two-piece sockets
The two-piece socket comprises an outer Brass shell. This shell contains beryllium copper contacts with clips with 6 or 4-finger contacts. The brass shell also protects the chip and gives strength to the chip. Clip-on tactile fingers provide all the power needed to craft a good electric.
SYCAMORE Contact: 3-Beam SMT Single-Piece Socket
This is a single-piece socket. This socket is made of a beryllium copper strip. It is also integrated with SMT wings and three contact fingers in the design. We can also offer these designs on reels and tapes which can be used in high-volume areas.
Twin-Beam SMT Single-Piece Socket
Twin-beam SMT single socket is the type of PCB socket and is specially made of phosphor bronze. There are two contact fingers and a central opening for the mating pin from the center of the product surface. So this gives the lowest PCB height of our design. Additionally, these models are available on reel and tape. Can be used for automatic adjustments.