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White GQ-4X V4 programmer unit with 40-pin ZIF socket plus ADP-028 SOIC28 ZIF adapter

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GQ PRG-118 GQ-4X V4 Programmer + ADP-028 SOIC28 Adapter

SKU CH-7N9Z-1YK82

Programs a wide range of chips via USB with a 40-pin ZIF socket and includes a SOIC28 ZIF adapter

  • ColorWhite
  • Programs up to 20× faster with fast-mode SPI
  • True USB interface powers and transfers data without external supply
  • 40-pin ZIF socket handles chips automatically, no jumpers
  • ADP-028 adapter adds 28-pin SOIC support instantly
  • Lifetime free software updates keep device current

Universal Programmer for Chip Work

The GQ PRG-118 GQ-4X V4 is a USB-powered universal programmer built around a 40pin ZIF socket. It targets engineers, hobbyists and repair technicians who read, write or verify serial EEPROM, SPI flash and microcontroller devices on the bench.

SOIC28 ZIF Adapter Expands Device List

The bundled ADP-028 adapter plugs into the main 40pin socket and adds a 28-pin ZIF site for SOIC packages. This lets the programmer address a wider range of surface-mount chips without soldering or flying leads.

Driver Install on Windows XP to 11

The GQ-USB software supports 32-bit and 64-bit Windows from XP through 11 and updates are free for life. Common issues are missing signed drivers on newer Windows builds and USB port power limits that require a powered hub.

Highlights

  • Programs up to 20× faster with fast-mode SPI
  • True USB interface powers and transfers data without external supply
  • 40-pin ZIF socket handles chips automatically, no jumpers
  • ADP-028 adapter adds 28-pin SOIC support instantly
  • Lifetime free software updates keep device current

Specifications

ColorWhite

Questions about this item

Will the 40-pin ZIF socket or the USB cable need replacement after heavy use?

The unit ships with a 40-pin ZIF socket and a USB cable; both are designed for repeated insertion cycles and standard USB durability.

What limits continuous programming sessions on the GQ-4X V4?

Thermal limits of the enclosure and the USB power budget are the first constraints during extended, high-speed SPI or JTAG operations.

How much noise and heat does the programmer produce when running all day?

The device has no fan, so it runs silently; warmth stays low because power comes only from the USB port or an optional AC/DC adapter.

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