Ironwood Electronics MLF_QFN socket user instruction - Manual

Socket Base
Target PCB with SMT pads
Socket
Top Assembly
Compression Screw
Compression plate
MLF/QFN Package
Angle wire elastomer
Socket Lid
Round head Screw
Dowel pin
Socket Base Assembly
Backing Plate
(not necessary for
some sockets)
Hex Nut
Nylon Washer
GH
Z
MLF/QFN Socket
(direct mount - hardware)
Assembly Instructions
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1. Install the socket base assembly on the target PCB with the hardware (0-80 screws and nuts) provided (see Detail A for
orientation).
2. Place MLF/QFN package into the socket. NOTE: MLF/QFN orientation on target PCB is critical.
3. Place the compession plate on top of the MLF/QFN package.
4. Install the socket top assembly on to the socket base assembly and swivel to lock into the position.
5. Turn the compression screw clockwise, until it makes contact with the compression plate or the MLF/QFN package.
6. Turn an additional 1/8th of a turn.
Tooling holes have to be designed into the target PCB for this version of the GHz MLF/QFN socket
Filename: MLI.mcd, Rev A, 9/4/02, WW
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