TSOP packages

What are TSOP packages ? Thin Small Outline Packages (TSOPs) are a type of surface mount IC package that are highly valued for their compact size and thin profile. These characteristics make them ideal for applications where conserving space is a priority, such as in memory devices like DRAM, SRAM, and flash memory.

TSOPs are designed to be low-profile with a small body width, minimizing the space they occupy on a printed circuit board (PCB). They are typically rectangular and feature gull-wing shaped leads on the two longer sides of the package. The leads are closely spaced, usually at a pitch of 0.5mm or less, allowing for a high density of connections within a small area.

In the context of testing and validation, TSOP test sockets play a crucial role. These sockets are designed to easily insert and remove the TSOP from a test circuit without the need for soldering, enabling rapid testing of multiple devices and protecting the TSOP from potential heat damage caused by soldering.

One of the key features of TSOP test sockets is their ability to accommodate TSOP packages of varying sizes, including smaller ones. The design of a TSOP test socket is closely related to the design of the TSOP package itself. The socket must match the package in terms of lead pitch and body size to ensure a secure and reliable connection. However, many TSOP sockets are designed with a degree of flexibility, allowing them to accept smaller TSOP packages as well.

This versatility is a significant advantage in testing environments. It allows for a broader range of TSOP packages to be tested using the same socket, increasing efficiency and reducing the need for multiple different sockets. This flexibility also accommodates the trend towards ever-smaller electronic components, as TSOP sockets can adapt to smaller and thinner TSOP packages over time.

In conclusion, the relationship between TSOP packages and TSOP test sockets is a dynamic one, characterized by the need for precision, reliability, and versatility. The ability of TSOP sockets to accept smaller TSOP packages is a testament to their adaptability and their crucial role in the ongoing miniaturization of electronic components.

Types of TSOP packages

TSOP packages come in various types, each designed to meet specific requirements in terms of size, pin count, and application. Here are some of the most common types of TSOP packages:

  • TSOP Type I: This is a standard TSOP package with the pins located on the shorter sides of the rectangle. It's commonly used for DRAM chips.
  • TSOP Type II: This package is similar to Type I, but the pins are located on the longer sides of the rectangle. It's often used for flash memory.
  • Micro-TSOP: This is a smaller version of the standard TSOP, designed for applications where space is at an absolute premium.
  • Mini-TSOP: This package is slightly larger than the Micro-TSOP but smaller than the standard TSOP. It offers a balance between size and ease of handling.
  • TSOP II: This is a version of the TSOP that has a reduced thickness compared to the standard TSOP. It's often used in applications where a low profile is required.
  • Reverse TSOP (rTSOP): This package is similar to the standard TSOP, but the leads are formed in a way that they come out from the bottom of the package, allowing for a smaller footprint on the PCB.

Showing TSOP burn-in and test sockets

Partnumber Manufacturer Type Design Pins Pitch RFQ
OTS-32-1.27-14 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 14 1.27
SOP16(28)-0.65-01 KZT TSOP OPEN-TOP 16 0.65
SOP16(28)-0.65-TP04GT KZT TSOP OPEN-TOP 16 0.65
IC197-05602-2000 Yamaichi TSOP OPEN-TOP 20 0.5
IC197-5606-2001 Yamaichi TSOP OPEN-TOP 20 0.5
648-0482211SA15H Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 20 0.635
IC51-0242-2071 Yamaichi TSOP CLAM-SHELL 24 0.4
OTS-24(26)-1.27-14 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 24 1.27
648-1282211 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 28 0.55
648-1282211-A01 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 28 0.55
IC51-0282-673-1 Yamaichi TSOP CLAM-SHELL 28 0.55
IC51-0282-474-2 Yamaichi TSOP CLAM-SHELL 28 1.27
OTS-32-0.5-01 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 32 0.5
OTS-32-0.5-02 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 32 0.5
OTS-32-0.5-03 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 32 0.5
OTS-32-0.5-09 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 32 0.5
TSOP32(48)-0.5-TP01NT KZT TSOP OPEN-TOP 32 0.5
TSOP32-0.5-TP01NT KZT TSOP OPEN-TOP 32 0.5
648-0322211-A01 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 32 0.5
648A0322211 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 32 0.5
648A0322211-A01 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 32 0.5
648B0322211 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 32 0.5
IC51-0322-883-1 Yamaichi TSOP CLAM-SHELL 32 0.5
OTS-32-1.27-11 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 32 1.27
712-0032-03 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 32 1.27
OTS-38-0.5-02 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 38 0.5
OTS-40-0.5-01 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 40 0.5
TSOP40(48)-0.5-TP01NT KZT TSOP OPEN-TOP 40 0.5
TSOP40(48)-0.5-TP02NT KZT TSOP OPEN-TOP 40 0.5
TSOP40-0.5-TP01N KZT TSOP OPEN-TOP 40 0.5
648-0402211-A01 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 40 0.5
648A0402211-A01 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 40 0.5
IC51-0402-1557 Yamaichi TSOP CLAM-SHELL 40 0.5
OTS-40(44)-0.8-09 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 40 0.8
FP-44-0.8-03 Enplas TSOP CLAM-SHELL 44 0.8
OTS-40(50)-0.8-17 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 44 0.8
OTS-44(50)-0.8-17 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 44 0.8
OTS-44-0.8-09 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 44 0.8
OTS-44-0.8-14 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 44 0.8
671-2442111-001 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 44 0.8
674C1442211SA11 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 44 0.8
IC235-0442-207N Yamaichi TSOP OPEN-TOP 44 0.8
IC235-0442-215 Yamaichi TSOP OPEN-TOP 44 0.8
OTS-48-0.5-01 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
OTS-48-0.5-12 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
TSOP48-0.5-TP02N KZT TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
TSOP48-0.5-TP03N KZT TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
TSOP48-0.5-TP04N KZT TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
TSOP48-0.5-TP05N KZT TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
TSOP48-0.5-TP07N KZT TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
TSOP48-0.5-TP08N KZT TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
TSOP48-0.5-TP09N KZT TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
TSOP48-0.5-TP10N KZT TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
648-0482211-A01 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
648-0482211-A01H Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
648-0482211SA01H Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
648-0482211SA15 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
CTP048-A125AB Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
CTP048-A137AB-1 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
IC162-0482-059P Yamaichi TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
IC191-0482-004 Yamaichi TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
IC354-0482-031 Yamaichi TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
IC354-0482-035 Yamaichi TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
IC363-0482-018 Yamaichi TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.5
OTS-48-0.635-01 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 48 0.635
OTS-52-0.4-01 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 50 0.4
674C1502211FA11 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 50 0.8
712-0050-06 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 50 0.8
656L1545212T Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 52 0.65
OTS-54-0.8-04 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 54 0.8
OTS-54-0.8-17 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 54 0.8
OTS-54-0.8-18 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 54 0.8
671-15421111-002 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 54 0.8
674C1542211-A11 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 54 0.8
674C1542211SA11 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 54 0.8
674C1542211SE13 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 54 0.8
696H1542213WE08 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 54 0.8
696H1542213WE11 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 54 0.8
712-0054-01 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 54 0.8
CTP054-089AAC Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 54 0.8
CTP054-089AB Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 54 0.8
IC189-0542-088N Yamaichi TSOP OPEN-TOP 54 0.8
IC235-0542-247N Yamaichi TSOP OPEN-TOP 54 0.8
IC369-0542-002 Yamaichi TSOP OPEN-TOP 54 0.8
OTS-56-0.5-003 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 56 0.5
OTS-56-0.5-01 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 56 0.5
TSOP56-0.5-TP01N KZT TSOP OPEN-TOP 56 0.5
648-0562211-A01 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 56 0.5
648-0562211-A01H Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 56 0.5
IC191-0562-003 Yamaichi TSOP OPEN-TOP 56 0.5
IC354-0562-010P Yamaichi TSOP OPEN-TOP 56 0.5
OTS-66-0.65-07 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 66 0.65
OTS-66-0.65-08 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 66 0.65
OTS-66-0.65-11 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 66 0.65
696H2662213WE08 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 66 0.65
696H2662213WE11 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 66 0.65
712-0066-02 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 66 0.65
OTS-86-0.5-04 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 86 0.5
696H3862213WE08 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 86 0.5
696H3862213WE11 Sensata TSOP OPEN-TOP 86 0.5
OTS-88-0.65-01 Enplas TSOP OPEN-TOP 88 0.65