Logic sockets play a crucial role in electronic testing and reliability assessment. These versatile components facilitate seamless connections between integrated circuits (ICs) and test equipment. Logic sockets also allow for quick insertion and extraction of IC packages during critical stages such as HTOL, LTOL, THB, HAST, PTC, ESD and latch up. Whether it’s functional testing, programming or burn-in procedures, logic sockets ensure robustness and reliability across various industries.
Logic sockets fulfill crucial roles not only in production burn-in applications but in a broader spectrum of reliability tests. While production burn-in demands higher socket volumes, reliability tests present diverse scenarios where logic sockets play an integral role to ensure integrated circuit (IC) durability and longevity.
For logic sockets, certain applications need 100% production burn-in, such as critical mission operations, automotive systems, specific medical devices and aerospace and defense electronics. However, even amidst the strict regimen of 100% burn-in, some applications strategically transition to sample lot burn-in. This shift aims to boost efficiency while maintaining reliability standards, showcasing the adaptability and versatility of logic sockets in meeting the ever-evolving needs of the electronics industry.
In semiconductor production, reliability and characterization testing sockets undergo stringent evaluations, emphasizing meticulous assessments, persistent efforts to enhance stability and an unyielding dedication to maintaining unwavering quality standards. Eaton’s test sockets proactively identify potential vulnerabilities, consistently striving for advancement and ensuring adherence to the most rigorous benchmarks of quality and reliability throughout their entire operational lifecycle, from initial evaluation to prolonged usage.
Eaton’s logic business focuses on critical capabilities to succeed and expand within the reliability segment. This entails developing family socket designs that can rapidly evolve to meet changing needs. Eaton prioritizes rapid responses to inquiries for product availability, quotes and technical support, ensuring timely product delivery with lead times of 4 to 6 weeks and demonstrating a commitment to exceptional customer service. Our diverse product range effectively meets varied customer requirements and industry demands.
Eaton excels in the reliability testing segment with our highly reliable logic Burn-In Sockets, which leverage groundbreaking contact technology for robust electrical and mechanical connections. With decades of semiconductor expertise, we innovate continuously to develop cutting-edge contact solutions, ensuring precise testing while safeguarding semiconductor components. Our sockets boast a lifetime rating, enduring up to 10,000 insertions and withdrawals, demonstrating their durability and sustained performance in reliability testing.
Package type |
Series |
Pitch (mm) |
Max pkg size (mm) |
Max array |
Socket style |
Mounting style |
Contact type |
| QFN | 716 | 0.35 / 1.27 | 12 x 14 | Open top | Compression | Spring probe | |
| QFN | 717 | 0.35 / 1.27 | 14 x 16 | Open top | Compression | Spring probe | |
| QFN | 776P | 0.65 / 1.27 | 10 x 10 | 18 x 18 | Open top | Through Hole | Buckle beam |
| QFN | 790 | 0.4 / 0.8 | 12 x 12 | 27 x 27 | Open top | Through Hole | Cantiliver |
Package type |
Series |
Pitch (mm) |
Max pkg size (mm) |
Pin count |
Max array |
Socket style |
Mounting style |
Contact type |
| QFP | 3000 | 0.4 - 0.8 | 28 x 28 | 32 - 208 | 52x52 | Open top | Through | Single beam - cantiliver |
| QFP | 680, 680H, 680HA | 0.4 - 0.8 | 28 x 28 | 48 - 176 | 44x44 | Open top | Through | Top loaded dual beam - cantilever |
| QFP | CQF | 0.4 - 0.8 | 24 x 24 | 64 - 176 | Open top | Through | Side loaded dual beam - cantilever |
Package type |
Series |
Pitch (mm) |
Pin count - range |
Socket style |
Mounting style |
Contact type |
| SOP / SOIC | 652 | 1.27 | 8 - 44 | Open top | Through hole | Cantilever |
| SSOP | 656 | 0.5 - 0.8 | 8 - 60 | Open top | Through hole | Cantilever |
| TSSOP | 676 | 0.65 | 8 - 20 | Open top | Through hole | Cantilever |
| TSOP II | 696 | 0.5 - 0.8 | 54 - 86 | Open top | Through hole | Cantilever |
| TSOP I | 648 | 0.5 - 0.55 | 28 - 56 | Open top | Through hole | Cantilever |
Package type
|
Series |
Pitch (mm) |
Max pkg size (mm) |
Max array |
Socket style |
Mounting style |
Contact type |
| FBGA / CSP | 715P | 0.35 - 1.27 | 12 x 14 | Consut PM | Open top | Compression | Spring probe |
| FBGA / CSP | 718P | 0.35 - 1.27 | 14 x 16 | Consut PM | Clamshell | Compression | Spring probe |
| FBGA / CSP | 772 | 0.4 | 11 x 11 | 34 x 34 | Open top | Compression | Buckle beam |
| FBGA / CSP | 773 | 0.4 | 11 x 11 | 22 x 22 | Open top | Compression | Buckle beam |
| FBGA / CSP | 774 | 0.5 | 16 x 16 | 30 x 30 | Open top | Compression | Buckle beam |
| FBGA / CSP | 775 | 0.5 | 16 x 16 | 30 x 30 (300 IO max) | Open top | Compression | Buckle beam |
| FBGA / CSP | 776 | 0.5 / 0.65 | 16 x 16 | 24 x 24 | Open top | Through Hole | Buckle beam |
| FBGA / CSP | 892 | 0.4 - 1.0 | 16 x 16 | 30 x 30 | Clamshell | Compression | Buckle beam |
| FBGA / CSP | 777 | 0.75 / 0.8 | 15 x 15 | Open top | Through Hole | Pinch | |
| BGA | CBG-XXX | 0.65 / 1.27 | Consult PM | Consut PM | Open top | Through Hole | Pinch |
| BGA | FBGA-XXX | 0.65 / 1.27 | Consult PM | Consut PM | Open top | Through Hole | Pinch |
| FBGA / BGA | Q118 / Q318 | 0.4 / 1.27 | 18 x 18 | Consut PM | Clamshell | Compression | Spring probe |
| FBGA / BGA | Q323 | 0.4 / 1.27 | 23 x 23 | Consut PM | Clamshell | Compression | Spring probe |
| FBGA / BGA / LGA | 859 | 0.8 / 1.0 | 35 x 35 | Consut PM | Clamshell | Compression | Buckle beam / spring probe |
| FBGA / BGA | Q340 | 0.4 / 1.27 | 40 x 40 | Consut PM | Clamshell | Compression | Spring probe |
| FBGA / BGA / LGA | 861 | 0.8 / 1.0 | 45 x 45 | Consut PM | Clamshell | Compression | Buckle beam / spring probe |
| FBGA / BGA / LGA | 863 | 0.8 / 1.0 | 55 x 55 | Consut PM | Clamshell | Compression | Buckle beam / spring probe |
| FBGA / BGA / LGA | 869 | 0.8 / 1.0 | 65 x 65 | Consut PM | Clamshell | Compression | Buckle beam / spring probe |