I Always use sockets now Re: [sdiy] IC socket question

[Magnus Danielson]

From: Tom Arnold <xyzzy at sysabend.org>
Subject: Re: I Always use sockets now Re: [sdiy] IC socket question
Date: Thu, 12 Dec 2002 21:07:08 -0800

Hi Tom!

> I just have to add in on this socket thread...
> 
> I've used machined pin sockets for years.  Never had any trouble with retention
> but I do one thing thats weird.  I tie the chips in with lacing tape.  Its
> quick and easy to do.  I also use lacing tape on the wiring looms in stuff
> I build.  Takes a little extra time to make it all pretty, but when its done
> it does look damned pretty.  Why not use nylon zip ties?  First problem is if
> they are put on too tightly they'll cause insulation displacement.  Second
> problem is rarely do people actually use the proper tool for trimming the
> ties and you wind up with a sharp edge that'll cut the crap outa you if you
> arnt carefull.  I've had to get stitches a couple times thanks to nylon
> ties hiding behind cable bundles that werent trimmed properly.
> 
> There's also something really zen about lacing all the wiring toegether.
> 
> Did I mention that it looks really good too? :-)

I only have to ask....

Do you tie them in just like a christmas present, with rosette and all?

It IS getting closer to christmas, and we've been steady below 0 for some time
now...

Cheers,
Magnus