Product Overview
Zilog Gold Lid Ceramic IC (Likely Z8000 Series / Vintage CPU or Controller)
What it is:
A vintage Zilog ceramic IC with a gold lid, likely from the late 1970s–early 1980s. The marking appears to show Zilog branding and date code “78”, suggesting early production.
What it’s used for:
These types of chips were used as microprocessors, controllers, or specialized logic ICs in early computing and industrial systems. The ceramic package with a gold lid indicates high-reliability or early-generation semiconductor design.
Key Features:
- Gold lid, vintage CPU-era IC, collectible
Applications:
- Early computers, industrial systems, collectors
Technical Specifications:
| Part Number | Partially legible (likely Z8000-series or similar) |
| Package Type | Ceramic DIP with gold lid |
| Pin Count | ~40 pins (approx.) |
| Mounting Type | Through-hole |
| Weight | ~0.3–0.5 oz each |
