SOP8 150mil Socket Adapter – For BIOS, EEPROM & IC Programming

The SOP8 150mil Socket Adapter is a professional-grade adapter used for programming, flashing, and testing SOP8/SOIC8 ICs commonly found in BIOS chips, EEPROMs, flash memory, microcontrollers, and sensor modules. Its high-precision clamshell design allows secure insertion of integrated circuits, ensuring reliable connectivity for development, repair, and diagnostics.

Compatible with most popular programmers and development tools, this adapter is widely used by technicians, developers, and electronics hobbyists handling ICs from Winbond, Atmel, STMicroelectronics, Microchip, and more.

Whether you’re performing laptop BIOS repair, router firmware flashing, device cloning, embedded development, or IC validation, this adapter delivers durability and accuracy.

✨ Key Features

• Supports SOP8 / SOIC8 (150mil width) IC packages

• Ideal for EEPROM flashing, BIOS programming, and IC testing

• Precision clamshell (ZIF) socket design

• Durable PCB with gold-plated contacts

• Compatible with CH341A, TL866II, RT809H, and other programmers

• Easy IC insertion and removal without soldering

• Anti-static construction for stable performance

🔧 Technical Specifications

🛠 Applications & Use Cases

BIOS & Firmware Repair

• Laptop motherboard BIOS flashing

• Router/modem firmware chip programming

• GPU BIOS debugging

EEPROM & Flash Memory Work

• 24-series and 25-series EEPROM read/write

• Chip cloning and data extraction

Electronics Development & Debugging

• Testing sensors, IC logic, microcontrollers

• Quick prototyping without soldering

• Embedded system development

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⚙ Usage Guide

1. Open the clamshell/ZIF socket.

2. Insert your SOP8 IC with correct pin alignment (Pin-1 marking).

3. Close the socket securely.

4. Connect the adapter to your programmer (CH341A/TL866/etc.).

5. Perform read/write/erase or test operations.

⚠ Precautions

• Ensure correct IC orientation to avoid damage.

• Avoid applying excessive force while closing the socket.

• Keep pins clean for proper conductivity.

• Store in anti-static bags when not in use.

• Avoid using the adapter in humid or dusty environments.

🎥 YouTube Tutorial Link

Watch Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6sk18-N3qGI

4. Product Summary

The SOP8 150mil Socket Adapter is a reliable tool for EEPROM flashing, BIOS programming, firmware repair, and IC testing. Designed with a precision clamshell socket and gold-plated contacts, it ensures secure connectivity for SOP8/SOIC8 ICs. Compatible with major programmers like CH341A and TL866, it’s an essential tool for electronics technicians and developers.