Optoelectronic and gas sensor sockets deliver a range of benefits

Luso Electronics has announced availability of Andon’s portfolio of optoelectronic and gas sensor sockets in the UK and Ireland. Leading OEMs and contract manufacturers can solder such sockets - rather than the sensor - onto a PCB to avoid production line electrostatic discharge (ESD) problems as well as exposure to high temperature soldering and cleaning solutions that can cause damage to the sensor. Andon’s novel RoHS-compliant gas sensor sockets are manufactured in a variety of sizes with high-temperature insulation and gold-plated terminals. Standard and custom sockets are available for a variety of package outlines including PGAs, BGAs, CLCCs, PLCCs, TOs, DIPs, SIPs, LEDs, among others. Moreover, the company’s unique SENSTAC sensor socket offers advanced protection against shock and vibration. The sensor sockets are available in standard thru-hole PCB footprints, surface-mount and low-profile carrier terminal types to accept the leaded sensor. Sockets are available for all brands of sensors and the footprints are the same as the sensor.