Tape and Reel is a SMD components‘ packaging, which enables SMT placement machines to pick and place thousands of components
per hour with a very high degree of accuracy. Tape and Reels are used for packing those small liked-shaped components, like 0402, PLCC, LCC, SOIC, SOP, SOT-23, QFP, QFN, SCP, LGA, LCC.
In the tape and reel format, the components are placed in specifically designed pockets embossed in a plastic carrier tape. The cover tape is sealed to the carrier tape to keep the parts in place in these pockets. A row of sprocket holes is provided along one edge of the embossed tape to facilitate positive indexing. The tape is then wound onto a rigid plastic reel that provides mechanical protection during handling and storage. These reels are dust-free and compatible with a clean environment.
Packing components into tape and reels improves PCB assembly efficiency and precision.
Component Tape and Reel