What is so-8?

SO-8 is a type of surface mount package commonly used in the electronics industry. It has 8 pins arranged in a rectangular shape with a body size of 5.3 mm x 6.5 mm. SO-8 stands for Small Outline-8, and it is one of the most common types of SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) packages. It is typically used for low power and medium/high frequency applications. SO-8 packages can be found in a variety of electronic devices, including audio and video equipment, power management, and computer peripherals. They are also commonly used in microcontrollers and other integrated circuits.