>
> >I plan on prototyping with some Atmel DataFlash parts this summer. They
> >only come in SOIC and TSOP packages. Which is easier to socket for
> >prototyping?
>
> SOIC pins are on 0.050" spacing.  TSOP are on 0.020" spacing.  Which do
> you think is easier?

So SOIC it is. Another question: What's the difference between SOIC and SOJ?
I've taken a look at the digikey adapters and the 32 pin adapter is SOJ.
Would I be able to solder an SOIC in its place?

> For prototyping, I'd go with PLCC.  The sockets are cheap, while SOIC and
> TSOP sockets are mucho denero.  PLCC sockets are available in
> through-hole configurations, making soldering a trivial task.  The
> packages are larger, but the strain on your sanity will be much smaller.

As much as I'd love to use PLCC, the DataFlash parts don't have a PLCC
package for that size. The 16 Mbit parts do have PLCC packaging, but none
of the distributors seem to have any in stock.

I'll plan to adapt SOIC for my work.

>
> Hope this helps.

Greatly. Much Appriciated.

BAJ