Tag Archives: ESD packaging

How I Identify JEDEC Trays and Help Customers Find the Right Fit

Experienced tray specialist examining a full-size black JEDEC tray at a clean workspace with matching JEDEC trays nearby.

Malaster shares the practical process she uses to identify an existing JEDEC tray, verify revisions and temperature requirements, and gather the details needed to find the right replacement or new tray.

Choosing the Right Antistatic IC Shipping Tube

MC-150SOIC/AS antistatic IC shipping tube with SOIC-8 devices and a mechanical drawing

Most engineers start by asking which IC shipping tube fits their device. The better question is whether a tube is the right packaging solution at all. Learn how mechanical drawings, device geometry, ESD protection, and decades of engineering experience lead to better packaging decisions.

ESD Packaging Guide: How to Protect Sensitive Electronic Components

Learn how to select ESD packaging for sensitive electronic components. This guide compares antistatic, static-dissipative, conductive, and shielding materials and explains how trays, tubes, boxes, foam, and custom packaging protect components during handling, storage, and transportation.

ESD Rubber Bands: The Complete Guide to Static Dissipative and Conductive Bands

Black and pink ESD rubber bands displayed beside a black ESD protective box and static-control packaging.

Learn how ESD rubber bands help protect static-sensitive electronic components during packaging, storage, and handling. This comprehensive guide explains the differences between static dissipative and conductive rubber bands, sizing, applications, compliance documentation, and how to choose the right band for your electronics packaging needs.