Xeltek SA244 44-pin PLCC Programmer Adapter

The Xeltek SA244 is a PLCC44 socket adapter: an opentop socket for 44-pin PLCC devices with a 17.5 x 17.5 mm body at 1.27 mm pitch, from Xeltek's SA series for its 48-pin-driver SuperPro programmers, including the SuperPro M. Xeltek pairs it with a clamshell alternative, the SA411A-B005, for engineers who prefer a lid-closing socket.

Opentop or Clamshell: SA244 and SA411A-B005

Xeltek's SA244 page names the SA411A-B005 as the clamshell version of the same adapter. This page is for the opentop SA244. If your Device Search result or your own process calls for the clamshell part, ask us about the SA411A-B005.

Xeltek also lists SA244-B4401 and SA244-B4403 under the same PLCC44 opentop description. The suffix matters: Xeltek's Device Search returns the programmer and adapter for a device part number, so check it before ordering.

Which SuperPro Programmers Take the SA244

Xeltek lists the SA series for its 48-pin-driver SuperPro programmers: the SuperPro 610P and 611S, and older models including the SuperPro M, 601S, 600P, 501S, 500P, 3000U, 580U and 280U. Of the programmers we sell, the SuperPro M is the one that takes SA adapters. The SuperPro 6000 and 6000E are listed against CX adapters instead, so this 44-pin PLCC programmer adapter is not the route for those two programmers.

Specifications

Before You Order

• Check your device in Xeltek's Device Search: PLCC44 parts may call for SA244, SA244-B4401 or SA244-B4403.
• PLCC44 only. For QFP44 parts, Xeltek lists the SA245 series, not the SA244.
• Not listed by Xeltek for the SuperPro 6000 or 6000E.
• For devices that stay soldered to the board, use in-system programming, for example the SuperPro IS01.

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Typical Use

Socket programming of 44-pin PLCC parts on an existing SuperPro 610P or 611S. Reading back and verifying PLCC44 parts removed from returned boards during failure analysis. Extending a SuperPro M (£137.50) to 44-pin PLCC devices.

Order the SA244 from £125.40 ex VAT, or send us your part number and programmer model to confirm the right SA244 variant first. See the full Xeltek range.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is There a Clamshell Version of the SA244?

Yes. Xeltek lists the SA411A-B005 as the clamshell version (Xeltek's cover-style socket). This product is the opentop SA244. Ask us if you need the clamshell part.

Answered by John Legg, Director, Debug Store

Is the SA244 the Same Part As the SA244A?

Xeltek lists the adapter as SA244, with variants SA244-B4401 and SA244-B4403. It does not list an SA244A. This product is the SA244.

Answered by John Legg, Director, Debug Store

Which Programmers Take the SA244?

Xeltek lists SA adapters for its 48-pin-driver programmers: the SuperPro 610P and 611S, and older models including the SuperPro M, 601S, 600P, 501S, 500P, 3000U, 580U and 280U. It does not list them for the SuperPro 6000 or 6000E.

Answered by John Legg, Director, Debug Store

Last reviewed: 30 October 2026