A ZIF (Zero Insertion Force) socket is a type of electronic connector that is used to hold and make electrical connections to an integrated circuit (IC) or other small electronic device. ZIF sockets are designed to allow ICs to be easily inserted and removed from a circuit without the need for soldering. They typically have a lever or other mechanism that allows the user to easily open and close the socket, making it easy to insert and remove the IC.

This universal test ZIF socket is a 28-pin socket, which means it has 28 pins arranged in a grid pattern that are used to make electrical connections to the IC. This type of socket is typically used in testing and prototyping applications, where it is necessary to quickly and easily swap out different ICs to test different configurations or troubleshoot problems. It may also be used in production environments where it is necessary to quickly replace faulty ICs.

This is a universal ZIF IC test socket has great pin contact along with a lever.  It's suitable for IC's with up to 28pins. It now is really easy to remove and to program ICs!