1. Short for Dual In-line Package, a DIP is a type of chip encased in a hard plastic casing with pins along each of the sides of the plastic casing. Below is an illustration of a DIP. To the right is an example of a DIP found on a computer motherboard that has been soldered into place. Finally, below is also an illustration of a comparison between a DIP and a SIP that are not connected to any type of circuit board.
1. Short for Dual In-line Package, a DIP is a type of chip encased in a hard plastic casing with pins along each of the sides of the plastic casing. Below is an illustration of a DIP. To the right is an example of a DIP found on a computer 