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Carrier tape with reinforced restraining member

US6892886B2 · kind B2 · utility

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14Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJul 12, 2002
Grant dateMay 17, 2005
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Expiry dateDec 12, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D73/02
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A carrier tape for handling electrical components includes a reinforced component restraining member. Each pocket of the carrier tape includes at least one component restraining member that resists lateral movement of a component within the pocket. The component restraining member includes a first portion having a first height or spacing from a bottom surface in the pocket. A second portion of the restraining member has a second, taller height or spacing from the bottom surface. The first, lower portion reinforces the component restraining member and strengthens it to avoid lateral deformation during shipment or handling of the carrier tape when an electrical component is placed within the pocket.

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