MOTM

<jpotter@...> wrote:


> PS - the CEM chip doesn't sit absolutely flat on the socket should
> it?  I had to pinch the legs in to get it to fit in the socket and
> it's slightly raised (but inserted all the way in to where the legs
> flair out).

I believe the chip should go most of the way in - in any case it should sit
evenly all around.  It's a very tight socket, and it's really easy to fold a
leg and *not* notice it.  I've had consistently good results by using a chip
insertion tool that has a grounding lug for safety.  It forms the legs
nicely and also allows for more evenly distributed insertion force.  I
actually use this tool for all 8/14/16-pin ICs regardless if they're going
into a socket or not.  Luckily, I haven't needed a puller yet.  Thanks go to
Paul for not socketing most of the chips!

Cheers,
George