| Chip Series | Voltage | Adapter Type | Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 5V or 3.3V | I2C Adapter | Standard. Verify A0/A1/A2 address pins are grounded if not used. | | 24C512 - 24C1024 | 5V or 3.3V | I2C Adapter | Page size varies; use correct software selection. | | 25C010 - 25C640 | 3.3V - 5V | SPI Adapter | Small SPI memories. | | 25F / 25Q Series | 3.3V (Critical) | SPI Adapter | High Risk. Do not apply 5V to 3.3V Flash chips without level shifting. | | 93C46 / 93C56 / 93C86 | 5V | Microwire Adapter | Ensure OR
: Many portable versions include probe lines (1.27mm, 2.0mm, or 2.54mm pitch) or spring thimble clips to read chips directly in-circuit without soldering. Common Sources & Documentation
However, field portability introduces challenges:
(often referred to as the K4 wires or welding line) to connect directly to circuit boards when a standard SOIC8 clip cannot be used.
The adapter bridges the gap between the main iProg programmer (often using a ) and the target chip. How to connect iProg+ Programmer to read chip
The adapter converts a (Small Outline IC) EEPROM (e.g., 24Cxx, 25Cxx, 93Cxx) to an 8-pin DIP (Dual In-line Package) for insertion into a standard programmer’s ZIF socket.
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