SMD Tape and Reel Services
Vestal Electronics offers high-quality tape and reel services for surface-mount devices (SMDs), optimizing them for efficient handling, storage, and automated assembly. Our service covers a wide range of SMDs, including standard devices, chip resistors, metal stampings, solder preforms, connectors, and odd-form components. By packaging these components into carrier tapes and winding them onto reels, we ensure secure transport and rapid, reliable placement during PCB assembly.
Comprehensive Solutions for Diverse Component Needs
Each step of our process is meticulously controlled to maintain the integrity of your SMDs, with options for custom tape widths, pocket sizes, and component orientations to accommodate various specifications. With over 700 carrier tapes in stock and access to thousands more, Vestal Electronics also has the capability to build custom tools for odd-shaped components, ensuring that all devices are securely packaged and ready for efficient integration.
Vestal Electronics’ advanced equipment and skilled technicians ensure precise placement, minimizing misfeeds, maintaining proper alignment, and reducing handling damage. By delivering components in standardized, ready-to-use reels, we streamline your production process, offering efficient and cost-effective solutions for high-volume manufacturing needs.
Why Choose Vestal Electronics?
- Over 700 carrier tapes in stock, with access to thousands more
- Custom carrier pocket design for odd-form or unique devices
- ESD-protected, climate-controlled environment for safe handling
- Quick-turn services, including same-day options upon request
- No set-up fees for in-stock carriers and low minimum order requirements
Industries Benefiting from SMD Tape and Reel
Our tape and reel packaging services are ideal for industries that rely on large-scale automated assembly, including:
- Consumer Electronics
- Automotive
- Aerospace
- Telecommunications
Add-On Services
Enhance your surface mount device handling with our specialized add-on services, designed to ensure optimal protection and seamless integration during assembly.
Kapton/Pick Cap Installation
Ensure secure handling and protection of sensitive components with our expert Kapton and pick cap application solutions. This service adds an extra layer of safety during the SMT assembly process, reducing the risk of damage or misplacement.
Learn More About Kapton/Pick Cap SolutionsCarrier Tape Splicing
Our carrier tape splicing service allows for the seamless continuation of production by joining tape ends, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted automated assembly. This service is ideal for reducing waste and maintaining high efficiency in SMT processes.
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