Anti Static Shipping Tubes
Anti Static Shipping Tubes are extruded plastic channels designed to protect electronic components from electrostatic discharge, mechanical shock, and environmental damage during transport and storage.
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Anti Static Shipping Tubes are extruded plastic channels designed to protect electronic components from electrostatic discharge, mechanical shock, and environmental damage during transport and storage. SEWATE manufactures them in PVC, PS, PC, PETG, and ABS, with oval or square profiles matched to the device body. Tubes are available in lengths from 50mm to 1000mm and wall thicknesses from 0.30mm to 1.85mm, with critical dimension control within 5 mils on PVC and tighter tolerances of ±2 mils on PC. These tubes ensure consistent feeding into automated assembly machines and maintain protection throughout the supply chain.
Why Buyers Specify Anti Static Shipping Tubes
- Protects components from ESD, dust, and mechanical shock during shipping and handling
- Critical dimension control within 5 mils on PVC ensures smooth device passage without jamming
- Tight tolerance of ±2 mils on PC tubes enables accurate high-speed feeding with minimal rework
- Oval or square profiles matched to device body prevent rotation, piggybacking, and shingling
- Wall thickness from 0.30mm to 1.85mm allows trade-off between material cost and impact resistance
- Short lead time of 5-15 days for standard profiles reduces downtime risk
- Available in multiple materials including halogen-free PS and recyclable PETG for environmental compliance
Anti Static Shipping Tubes on the Line
Shipping relays, switches, and connectors from a component plant to an overseas EMS or SMT line
Protecting sensitive ICs, power modules, and sensors during long-distance transport
Storing high-value components in a warehouse with controlled ESD and humidity
Feeding devices into tube feeders for automatic insertion or pick and place machines
Re-packing bulk components into fixed-count tubes for traceability and kitting
Using high-impact PETG tubes for heavy or large packages that require extra durability
Anti Static Shipping Tubes Is Built For
- IC distributors re-packaging bulk components for their customers
- Semiconductor and passive component manufacturers shipping finished goods
- EMS and SMT plants receiving tube-packed components and needing spares for rework
- Connector and relay manufacturers shipping large or heavy bodies not suited for tape and reel
- Purchasing teams replacing a supplier whose tube profile no longer matches the device
What Goes Wrong Without Anti Static Shipping Tubes
- Devices jam mid-tube due to inconsistent internal profile or dimensional drift
- Electrostatic discharge damages sensitive components during handling and transit
- Random orientation of bulk-packed parts increases manual loading time and error risk
- Tubes crack on drop or impact, spilling components inside the carton
- Large or heavy devices cannot fit into standard tape and reel pockets
- Anti-static performance degrades after repeated wiping or long storage when surface treatment is used
Technical Detail of Anti Static Shipping Tubes
- Extruded oval or square profile matched to the device body and lead span
- Anti-static achieved by surface layer treatment or additives built into the resin
- Critical dimension control within 5 mils on PVC, ±2 mils on PC for high-precision applications
- Smooth internal surface prevents binding and ensures consistent device movement
- Good impact strength and drop resistance for crack-free tubes after carton handling
- Available in transparent, blue, red, yellow, or customized colors for line identification
- Rubber end plugs, plastic pins, nails, caps, and EPE plugs available as closures
The Numbers for Anti Static Shipping Tubes
Values are taken from the SEWATE product data for this item.
| Model Number | SE-IC-002 |
|---|---|
| Length | 50mm-1000mm or as customized |
| Wall Thickness | 0.30mm-1.85mm |
| Profile | Oval or square or customized |
| Material | PVC / PS / PC / PETG / ABS |
| Colour | Transparent, Blue, Red, Yellow and customized etc |
| Dimension Control | Within 5 mils on PVC, ±2 mils on PC |
| Certification | RoHS |
| MOQ | 10000 pieces |
| Sample Time | 3-5 days or according |
| Lead Time | 5-15 days depending on quantity |
| Capacity | 50000 pcs per week |
| Supply Ability | The monthly output of final products is 150 tons |
| Payment Terms | T/T, L/C, etc. |
| Place of Origin | Shenzhen, China |
| Experience | More than 20 years tube packing experience |
Resins Used in Anti Static Shipping Tubes
- PVC provides high strength, good flexibility, stable geometry, and long storage life; standard choice for general-purpose tubes
- PS is halogen free, easy to process, and lower cost but more brittle than PVC and ABS; suitable for applications with moderate impact needs
- PC offers tight dimensional tolerance of ±2 mils, high impact strength, and excellent clarity; ideal for MSOP and TSSOP packages
- PETG delivers the strongest impact resistance and excellent clarity; best for heavy-duty or large packages
- ABS is used when high impact strength is required and transparency is less critical
Production Route for Anti Static Shipping Tubes
- Review of application requirements and tube functionality during quotation
- Drawing created from purchase order and issued for customer approval before tooling
- Mould making and tooling trial on approved profile
- Sample production with 20-50 free tubes for fit testing on customer’s device
- Extrusion of approved profile followed by cutting to ordered length
- Anti-static treatment applied via surface layer process or built-in additive as specified
- Fitting of closures (rubber plugs, plastic pins, etc.), counting, and packing into cartons
How Anti Static Shipping Tubes Is Checked
- Critical dimension control within 5 mils on PVC tubes to prevent jamming
- Fit testing of sample tubes against customer’s device or drawing before mass production
- Anti-static value verified to remain stable after handling and storage
- Drop and pressure tests performed on tube body before packing
- ISO14001 quality management system in place with after-sales support on shipped lots
What Can Change on Anti Static Shipping Tubes
- Tube length customized to match magazine or carton pitch from 50mm to 1000mm
- Internal profile designed from customer drawing, device drawing, or physical sample
- Material selected from PVC, PS, PC, PETG, or ABS based on cost, clarity, and impact needs
- Colour chosen from transparent, blue, red, yellow, or customized for line identification
- Anti-static method specified as surface treated or additive loaded based on storage and handling
- Surface printing of symbols, part numbers, or handling marks available
- Closure selected from rubber end plugs, plastic pins, nails, plastic caps, or EPE plugs
Comparing Anti Static Shipping Tubes
| Tape and reel | Tubes handle larger and heavier bodies that tape pockets cannot support, but tape is better for high-volume SMD placement |
|---|---|
| Vacuum formed trays | Trays offer better protection for fine-pitch and fragile packages; tubes are lower cost and load directly into tube feeders |
| Bulk bag packing | Tubes cost more per unit than bags but eliminate random orientation, ESD exposure, and manual loading time |
| Standard stock tubes | Custom profiles require one-time tooling and 4-6 weeks lead time, but stock profiles ship in 5-15 days and fit only pre-defined devices |
Working With Anti Static Shipping Tubes
- Provide a tube drawing, device drawing, or physical sample to match the internal profile
- If no drawing exists, send the physical component for profile measurement
- Confirm tube length against the magazine pitch on your insertion or placement machine
- Specify anti-static requirements for long storage or repeated handling to select the right treatment
- Choose closure type: rubber plugs for repeated opening, pins for one-way shipping
- Store tubes flat and dry in cartons, away from direct sunlight to prevent deformation
- Plan for one-time tooling cost and 4-6 weeks lead time when developing a new custom profile
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Background reading before you specify anti static shipping tubes.
Custom Anti Static IC Tube Guidelines
To begin customization, supply four items: the tube material, part size, desired tube length, and plug type.
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How Anti Static IC Tubes Are Made From PVC
The process starts with PVC resin fed into an extruder.
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Materials For Anti Static IC Tubes
IC shipping tubes are made from several plastics including PVC, PS, PET, PC, and ABS.
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Where anti static shipping tubes is used in production.
Connectors Relays And Switches
Connectors, relays, terminal blocks, switches and power modules are too large or heavy for standard tape and reel packaging.
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Medical And Instrument Electronics
Medical and instrument electronics require packaging that maintains traceable fixed-count orientation, stable anti-static performance over long storage, and clear material declarations.
See ApplicationAnti Static Shipping Tubes Buyer Questions
What is the minimum order quantity for anti-static shipping tubes?
10000 pieces for standard profiles. The MOQ reflects extrusion setup costs; short runs are not economical due to changeover time and material waste.
How long does a standard tube order take?
5-15 days depending on quantity. Sample tubes for fit testing are delivered within 3-5 days.
What is the lead time for a custom tube profile?
Basic low volume projects: 25-day ARO. Typical lead time: 4-6 weeks. Complex or high-volume tools: 10-12 weeks.
What do you need to quote a custom tube?
One of: a tube drawing, a device drawing, or a physical sample. If none exists, send the component for profile measurement.
Which material should I choose for my application?
PVC is standard for strength and stability. PS is halogen free and lower cost but more brittle. PC offers tight tolerances and clarity. PETG has highest impact strength. ABS is for high impact needs with less transparency.
Is the anti-static property permanent?
It depends on the method. Surface treatment can degrade with wiping or long storage. Additives built into the resin maintain anti-static performance longer. Specify your storage and handling conditions to select the right method.
Do the tubes come with plugs?
Yes. Rubber end plugs, plastic pins, nails, plastic caps, and EPE plugs are available and selected based on the tube profile and how often it will be opened.
Send the Device and Get Anti Static Shipping Tubes Quoted
A drawing, a sample or the physical component is enough. Sales and engineering come back within 24 hours.