There really is no such thing as a JEDEC Waffle Tray. There are JEDEC matrix trays and there are waffle pack chip trays. What are the differences between a waffle tray and a JEDEC tray and what should you use?
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Why Use Waffle Pack Trays?
Waffle pack chip trays are popular for handling, storing, and transporting small, 2.5D (flat with some thickness but no significant contour) components in a manual process. While there are automated systems to move waffle packs, the trays themselves lack features to facilitate automation.
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What is a Waffle Pack Tray?
Explore the world of waffle pack trays: Learn about their role in semiconductor manufacturing, unique designs, and find the perfect solution for your needs!
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DON’T BE SHOCKED! How To Control ESD With Plastics
Conductive plastics come in many flavors. Make sure you’re getting the performance you need. Check out our article in Design World Magazine. How To Control ESD With Plastics Or read it at DesignWorldOnline.
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Flippable Trays Add a New Dimension To Handling And Protection
Thanks to the wonder of gravity, you can rely on stuff staying in a box when placed there. And if the stuff fits well in the box, only the top is accessible. It’s pretty much the same for components in a tray. Parts that fit precisely in tray pockets make processing a two dimensional activity unless you have discovered flipping.
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Custom and Specialty QFP JEDEC Matrix Trays
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5 Questions to Ask Your JEDEC Tray Supplier
Trays are trays, right? Wrong! There are obvious differences and subtle ones, too. Beyond the specifications, here are a few question to ask your JEDEC tray supplier that will tell you what need to know before you invest your time and money.