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EIA-296-F
Lead Taping of Components in Axial Lead Configuration for Automatic Handling Buy
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EIA-296-F - Lead Taping of Components in Axial Lead Configuration for Automatic Handling

PURPOSE
This Standard is formulated to provide dimensions and tolerances necessary to tape axial leaded components after manufacture so that they can be automatically handled. Axial leaded components are leaded components with the lead egress concentric with the longitudinal axis centerline of the component body.

SCOPE
This Standard includes the lead taping requirements for components having axial configured leads, provided these components may be taped in accordance with the requirements of this document.

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS
The following documents form a part of this standard to the extent specified herein:

  • a) EIA 383 "Preparation for Delivery of Electrical and Electronic Components"
  • b) EIA-541 "Packaging Material Standards for ESD Sensitive Items"
  • c) EIA-556 "Outer Shipping Container Bar Code Label Standard"
  • d) EIA-624 " Product Package Bar Code Label Standard for Non-Retail Applications"

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Lead taping requirements are defined in Figure 1; Table 1 and associated paragraphs 5.1 through 5.10.

Reeling and optional fan fold packaging of taped axial leaded components are defined in Figure 2, Table 2 and associated paragraphs 6.1 through 6.4.

Dimensions contained in this Standard are expressed in metric terms with English equivalents. Metric dimensions shall govern.

Procurement documents and quotation requests should include the following minimum information:

  • (a) Reference to this Standard by title and number.
  • (b) Inside tape spacing and component pitch.
  • (c) Taping quality requirements including maximum number of missing parts if different than Paragraph 5.7.
  • (d) Reel or Fan Fold packaging
  • (e) Container and reel marking requirements if different than specified in paragraph 6.2 of this document.
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