If you only need the DIP format for prototyping, use some adapter boards and prototype with those. With a steady hand you should be able to solder SOIC and TQFP parts.

This kind of thing: http://microcontrollershop.com/product_info.php?cPath=301_52&products_id=3721

If you only need the DIP format for prototyping, use some adapter boards and prototype with those. With a steady hand you should be able to solder SOIC and TQFP parts.

This kind of thing:

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