Electronic Glossary

Zero width represents an outline shape drawn by “0” thickness line width. The most commonly used definition is the polygon to draw copper fill, or shapes defining the drawing limit of an entity.

Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) refers to contacts or connectors which, when unplugged have electrical contacts which remain in an open position. The plug and socket connectors can be plugged together without any force being required. The contacts are then actuated …

What’s ZIP Component Package?   The Zig-Zag In-Line Package (ZIP) is a component packaging technology for integrated circuits (ICs). It was intended as a replacement for dual in-line packaging (DIL or DIP). A ZIP is an integrated circuit encapsulated in …