Product Packaging and Protection
This guide describes how parts are packaged for shipment. You can find the available packaging type for a specific part on its part detail page. Some parts have alternative packaging options. When a part has alternative options, this is noted in the Availability column of search results and specified on the part detail pages.
| Packaging Types | Descriptions |
|---|---|
Ammo Pack |
Parts are on tape and folded into a compact box or bag for easy handling. A bag is used for moisture-sensitive parts. |
Bag |
Moisture-sensitive parts that require special protective packaging are secured in a bag. |
Box |
Parts are securely packed in an easy-to-handle box. |
Bulk |
Packaging for loose or large parts. Large can-style components may be packaged in egg crates or individually wrapped. Depending on part requirements, the parts might be packaged in moisture-sensitive or electrostatic discharge (ESD) packaging or remain in sealed manufacturer packaging. Parts remaining in manufacturer packaging will not be noted with internal packaging type - ammo, box, etc. |
Cardboard Strips |
Large terminal reels cut in-house are wrapped in cardboard strips for protection. |
Cut Tape |
Reel and Ammo Pack parts that are eligible for EZReel and capable of internal splicing. |
Each |
Sold individually by the pack (e.g., 1-10 per pack or 1-4K per reel). May be packaged in bags, on cards, in reels, or other packaging types. |
Kit |
A set of components (e.g., nuts and washers) shipped together as a single unit. |
Reel |
Parts are on tape and wound around plastic or paper reels. Depending on part requirements, the parts can be packaged in electrostatic discharged (ESD) or moisture-sensitive protective options for connectors or surface-mount parts. |
Spool |
Sold by foot, meter, or full spool; check for 'MIN/MULT' on the part details page. |
Stick |
Sold by foot, meter, or full stick; check for 'MIN/MULT' on the part details page. |
Tray |
Parts are packaged in trays. Depending on part requirements, packaging may include electrostatic discharge (ESD) or moisture protection. |
Tube |
Parts are lined in rails inside a tube with rubber ends. Depending on part requirements, packaging may include electrostatic discharge (ESD) or moisture protection. |
Waffle |
SMD parts are packaged in plastic trays with sections. Depending on part requirements, packaging may include electrostatic discharge (ESD) or moisture protection. |
* Moisture Sensitive Packaging: Moisture-sensitive parts are placed in Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) bags. The handling note "MOISTURE.PARTS.MUST.BE.HEAT/SEAL" ensures that pickers reseal broken bags.
* ESD Packaging: Parts requiring ESD protection are shipped in ESD bags. The handling note "ESD.HANDLING.REQUIRED" ensures that pickers follow proper ESD procedures during picking and packing.