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t7mackie
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What is this thing called?

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I have an idea for a project and I need one of these component clampy things. I've tried many keyword searches but never get the results I want.

What is the proper name of this thing?

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imjonwain
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ZIF socket

ZIF = Zero Insertion Force
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Do search for tfxtdol 214-3345 and it comes right up!
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I've heard them called ZIF sockets (Zero Insertion Force)

I found this one searching for ZIF socket

https://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/Ar ... BQYg%3D%3D

but when I used Quick Release instead of ZIF I got a better search:

https://www.mouser.com/_/?Keyword=8+pin ... et&FS=True

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Re: What is this thing called?

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Nailed it! I would never have found that.

Thanks for the help!

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