Surface Mount Connector Tape & Reel Packaging Solutions
Custom-Design for your components, helping you save labor costs and boost productivity
Introduction
Surface mount connectors (SMT connectors) are critical components in modern electronic devices, ensuring reliable connections in compact designs.
For high-volume SMT assembly, these connectors need tape & reel packaging, which protects the parts and allows seamless pick-and-place automation.
We provide Fully Automatic and Semi-Automatic Tape & Reel Packaging Machines specifically designed for surface mount connectors. Our solutions include:
- Standard solution: Bulk-to-tape packaging
- Optional: Mylar tape or Kapton tape application according to customer requirement
- Optional: Quality control through camera verification and specific functional testing methods
Types of Connectors for Tape & Reel Packaging
Surface mount connectors (SMT connectors) are critical components in modern electronic devices, ensuring reliable connections in compact designs.
For high-volume SMT assembly, these connectors need tape & reel packaging, which protects the parts and allows seamless pick-and-place automation.
- Board-to-board connectors
- FPC/FFC connectors
- Pin headers & sockets
- Micro connectors
- Wire-to-board connectors
- Connector pins / contacts
- PCB terminals
- Pogo pin / Spring-loaded pins
Whether you are producing high-volume SMT connectors or specialty electronic connectors, our machines can be customized to your needs.
We’re a supplier in China with rich experience in packaging machine for electronic components.
Fully-Automatic & Semi-Automatic Connector Packing Machines
| Feature | Automatic Equipments | Semi-Automatic Equipments |
|---|---|---|
| Feeding Method | Vibrating Bowl Feeding (automated) | Manual feeding (by hand) |
| Capacity | Units Per Hour (UPH): 3K–50K pcs/h, depending on device | Subject to the speed of manual feeding |
| Supported Tape Width | Customizable | Customizable |
| Control System | PLC +Touchscreen | PLC +Touchscreen |
| Sealing | Cold(PSA) and Hot | Cold(PSA) and Hot |
| Temperature Control | PID Temperature Controller | PID Temperature Controller |
| Power Supply | AC220V/50Hz | AC220V/50Hz |
| Visual inspection | Optional | Optional |
| Mylar/Kapton Tape Attachment | Optional | Optional |
| Best For | High-volume connector production | Small-batch or flexible production |
Learn More About the Machine Specifications
Automatic Tape and Reel Packaging Machine Workflow
- Parts are automatically fed by feeder in the correct orientation
- Nozzle picks up the parts and places them into carrier tape or tray
- Optional 1: CCD visual inspection for orientation, dimensions, pins, alignment, and more
- Optional 2: Mylar tape/ Kapton tape application
- Automatic sealing
- Winding Carrier tape into a reel
Learn More About the Machine Specifications
Semi-Automatic Taping Machine Workflow
- Parts are manually loaded onto the carrier tape
- Optional 1: CCD visual inspection for orientation, dimensions, pins, alignment, and more.
- Optional 2: Mylar tape/ Kapton tape application
- Automatic sealing
- Winding Carrier tape into a reel
FAQ-Connector Packaging Solutions
A: Focus on the following key points:
1. Your components types/specifications – make sure the machine can handle your products
2. Taping speed & capacity – match your product demand.
3. Inspection functions required – e.g. dimension check, polarity check, missing part detection, character/mark inspection.
4. Flexibility & Changeover – consider how many types of parts you want the machine to handle.
5. Reliable warranty & after-sales support – consider warranty terms, technical support, and spare parts availability.
If you can share more details about your products and requirements, we’d happy to recommend the most suitable model for you.
A: For standard machines, the lead time is 7-10 working days; for customized machines, the lead time is 35-40 working days.
A: The throughput depends on customer’s requirements, components specifications and machine configuration.
A: The machine can be equipped with visual inspection for appearance, quality, orientation, dimensions, pins, alignment and more. An electrical function detection system can also be integrated into the machine according to customer requirements.
A: The standard warranty period for the machine is 12 months from the date of delivery.
We do design, assembly, and manufacturing, and can customize machine based on your needs.
Get your Connector Packing Solution
Looking for a reliable tape & reel solution for your surface mount connectors? Get in touch with us today to discuss your packaging needs! We also welcome distributors and resellers—let’s explore partnership opportunities. Reach out anytime!
