Material Options
SMD Plastic Reel are typically made of durable plastics such as PS (Polystyrene) or ABS.These materials provide good mechanical strength and dimensional stability, maintaining structural integrity during storage, transportation, and automated feeding.
Material selection can vary based on reel size, production requirements, and matching carrier tape specifications.
Specifications
|
Item |
Specification |
| Material | PS / ABS |
| Reel Diameter | 7″ / 13″ / 15″ |
|
Hub Diameter |
60 mm / 100 mm |
| Color | Black / Blue |
| Application | SMD Tape and Reel Packaging |
| Standard |
EIA-481 |
Reel Structure
SMD Plastic Reel is designed to hold carrier tape securely while allowing smooth rotation during automatic feeding.
A standard structure includes:
- Hub: the central part for tape winding
- Flanges: side plates that keep carrier tape aligned
- Locking features: structures that secure the tape during transportation
This design ensures neat tape winding and stable feeding during SMT assembly.
Applications
These reels are widely used in electronics manufacturing for packaging surface-mount components.
Common packaged components include:
- Integrated circuits (ICs)
- LEDs
- Resistors and capacitors
- Connectors
- Sensors
- Other surface-mount electronic parts
This packaging format enables efficient handling and automatic feeding into SMT pick-and-place machines during PCB assembly.
Packaging & Transportation
In tape and reel packaging, electronic components are placed into carrier tape pockets and sealed with cover tape.The sealed carrier tape is then wound onto the reel, forming a continuous package suitable for storage, transportation, and automated production.
This format helps maintain component orientation and supports efficient logistics.
Manufacturing and Quality Control
The reels are produced using precision injection molding to ensure consistent dimensions and structural stability.
Quality control procedures include:
- Raw material inspection
- Mold accuracy verification
- Dimensional inspection
- Finished product inspection
These processes help ensure stable and reliable performance during SMT assembly.
FAQ
Q: What materials are available for these reels?
A: Our reels are mainly produced using PS and ABS materials, which offer good strength and stability for SMT production.
Q: What sizes do you provide?
A: We offer standard reel diameters including 7″, 13″ and 15″, with hub diameters of 60 mm and 100 mm to match industry requirements.
Q: Are these reels compatible with standard SMT feeders?
A: Yes. Most of our reels are designed in line with EIA-481 standards, making them compatible with standard tape and reel systems and SMT feeders.
Q: Can the reels be used for automated pick-and-place machines?
A: Yes. They support stable tape feeding and smooth rotation, making them suitable for high-speed automated SMT production lines.
Q: What colors are available?
A: Standard colors are black and blue. Custom colors can be supported for bulk orders.
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