Reels containing sealed carrier tape follow the dimension requirements described in EIA-481. For the detailed dimensions of the reel, refer to this standard. The reels are made of polystyrene and can be recycled.
Most products come in one of two different sizes of reels. The size of the reel is indicated by the ordering code that can be found in the product specification for each product.
The following figure shows the markings on a typical loaded reel.
Figure 1. Reel markings
The following table contains the reel dimensions.
| Ordering code | Description | Reel diameter [mm] |
|---|---|---|
| -R7 | 7" reel | 177.8 |
| -R | 13" reel | 330.2 |