Proto-Advantage SOIC-18 to DIP-18 SMT Adaptor PA0007C

The Proto-Advantage PA0007C is a high-precision surface-mount adaptor from the Compact Series, designed to convert an SOIC-18 package to a DIP-18 footprint. This enables the testing and prototyping of modern surface-mount devices using traditional through-hole breadboards or sockets, bridging the gap between different circuit board technologies.

Constructed from high-quality FR-4 UL94V-0 rated PCB material, the adaptor ensures excellent electrical insulation and fire-retardant properties. For reliable connectivity, the bottom-side machine pins come pre-installed. These pins feature a durable gold plating (1µm gold over 50µm nickel) on a 0.46mm diameter, 3mm long post, providing superior corrosion resistance and a stable, low-resistance electrical connection.

A key feature of this adaptor is its advanced installation method. The pins are secured using a combination of surface-mount technology with partial through-hole elements. This hybrid approach guarantees exceptional positional accuracy and mechanical strength, ensuring a perfect alignment between the SOIC package and the DIP pins for reliable signal integrity.

Specifications at a Glance:

• Converts From: 18-pin SOIC (300 mil body width, 1.27mm pin pitch)
• Converts To: 18-pin DIP (600 mil body width, 0.1” pin pitch)
• PCB Dimensions (HxWxD): 1.6mm x 17.78mm x 22.86mm
• Pitch Spacing: 1.27mm
• Product Range: Compact Series

Ideal for electronics engineers, technicians, and hobbyists, this adaptor is an essential tool for lab bench testing, prototyping new designs, or repairing circuits where direct soldering of fine-pitch SOIC chips is impractical.