Product numbering identification codes
for vintage Intel chips
this Intel chip product identification code "QN8096" would be an 8096 micro-controller in PLCC packaging that meets commercial temp, with burn-in specifications.
Intel IC special military and high-reliability identification Codes
M - Military Spec 883 B
J - JAN qualified Product (Joint Army Navy: Mil Spec level MIL-S-19500)
L - Extended Temp. -40 to +86 with Burn-In *
Q - Commercial Temp. 0 to +70 with Burn-In *
T - Extended Temp. -40 to +85 without Burn-In *
(* burn-in time = 186 Hours of dynamic Burn-in, all temps are in Celsius)
Intel IC package type identification Codes
A - Ceramic PGA (Pin Grid Array)
C - Ceramic DIP (Dual In-line Package)
D - CERDIP
L - Plastic PGA (Pin Grid Array)
P - Plastic DIP (Dual In-line Package)
R - Ceramic LCC (Leadless Carrier Chip)
N - PLCC (plastic leaded chip carrier)
Examples of Vintage Intel Integrated Circuit packaging types
Related: The collectors guide to Vintage Intel Microchips - CPU Values and Identification
Identifying Integrated Circuit Package Types: manufacturers logos & Date codes