Individual PCB sockets

[Studley]

I want to be able to compare some different component values without having to solder / desolder each time. Can someone point me to some good quality individual PCB sockets?

 

[indianajo]

I've used phosphor bronze contact from TE connectivity for lower incidence of oxidation over the years. This is an 8 pin DIP socket for op amp packages: https://www.newark.com/te-connectiv...pos-ladder-style-th/dp/87X6757?st=dip sockets
In stock both US & UK warehouses

 

[DontHertzMe]

I buy female header strips, and cut off a single socket:

 

[Studley]

That’s a good tip 😀

 

[PRR]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zero_insertion_force
https://www.adafruit.com/product/382
https://www.mouser.com/c/connectors...=Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) Sockets&instock=y

 

[rayma]

Always use machine pin sockets for multiple insertion applications.
Leaf spring sockets will fail under heavy use.

 

[kodabmx]

Keystone 1434 or similar.

 

[Studley]

Thanks those Keystone ones look good.