Plastic Anti Static IC Tubes
Plastic Anti Static IC Tubes are extruded channels made from PVC, PS, PETG, PC, or ABS to hold electronic components in a fixed orientation during shipping and processing.
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Plastic Anti Static IC Tubes are extruded channels made from PVC, PS, PETG, PC, or ABS to hold electronic components in a fixed orientation during shipping and processing. They protect against electrostatic discharge, mechanical shock, dust, and moisture. Available in oval or square profiles with wall thickness from 0.30mm to 1.85mm and lengths from 50mm to 1000mm, they are used for through-hole, SMT, and leadless packages including QFN, MLF, LPCC, and more. Standard profiles are available with over a thousand open tools, while custom profiles are made to match device dimensions with tight tolerance control.
Why Buyers Specify Plastic Anti Static IC Tubes
- Holds components in fixed orientation so they load directly into tube feeders without re-orientation
- Anti-static protection via surface treatment or built-in additives to prevent ESD damage
- Critical dimension control within 5 mils on PVC, and +/- 2 mils on PC for high-precision feeding
- Stable internal geometry and smooth surface reduce binding and jamming during feeding
- Wall thickness from 0.30mm to 1.85mm allows trade-off between material cost and drop resistance
- Standard profiles ship in 5-15 days; custom profiles take 4-6 weeks with 25-day ARO for basic low volume
- Available in halogen-free PS, PC, and PETG to support environmental sustainability
Plastic Anti Static IC Tubes on the Line
Shipping relays, switches, and connectors from a component plant to an overseas EMS or SMT line
Feeding DIP, SOIC, MSOP, TSSOP, and QFN packages into automatic insertion or pick and place machines
Protecting power modules, sensors, and medical instruments during long-distance transport
Storing passive components like capacitors and resistors in a warehouse between inspection and production
Re-packing bulk devices into fixed counts per tube for kitting and traceability
Protecting long-lead semiconductors in buffer stock against allocation risk and ESD exposure
Plastic Anti Static IC Tubes Is Built For
- IC distributors re-packaging bulk devices for their customers
- Semiconductor and passive component makers packaging finished goods
- EMS and SMT plants receiving tube-packed devices and needing spares for re-work
- 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 Plastic Anti Static IC Tubes
- Devices jam mid-tube due to dimensional drift in the internal profile across a production run
- Electrostatic discharge damages sensitive components during handling and transport
- Bulk-packed parts arrive in random orientation, increasing manual loading time and error rate
- Tubes crack on drop in transit, spilling devices inside the carton and causing loss
- Large or heavy packages like QFN and TSSOP cannot fit into tape pockets but still need fixed orientation
- Anti-static performance fades after repeated wiping or long storage when surface treatment is used
Technical Detail of Plastic Anti Static IC Tubes
- Extruded oval or square internal profile matched to the device body and lead span
- Anti-static achieved by surface layer process or additives built into the resin
- Critical dimension control within 5 mils on PVC, and +/- 2 mils on PC for tight tolerance
- Smooth internal surface to prevent binding and ensure consistent device movement
- Good impact strength and drop resistance to survive carton handling and stacking
- Available in transparent, blue, black, red, yellow, purple, or customized colors for line identification
- Rubber end plugs, plastic pins, nails, plastic caps, and EPE plugs available as closures
The Numbers for Plastic Anti Static IC Tubes
Values are taken from the SEWATE product data for this item.
| Model Number | SE-IC-009 |
|---|---|
| Length | 50mm-1000mm as customized |
| Wall Thickness | 0.30mm-1.85mm |
| Profile | Oval or square or customized |
| Material | PVC / PS / PETG / PC / ABS |
| Colour | Transparent, blue, black, red, yellow, purple 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 to customers’ requirements |
| Capacity | 50000 pcs per week |
| Supply Ability | Monthly output of final products is 150 tons |
| Payment Terms | T/T, L/C |
| Place of Origin | Shenzhen, China |
| Lead Time | 5-15 days depending on quantity |
Resins Used in Plastic Anti Static IC Tubes
- PVC provides high strength, good flexibility, stable geometry, and long storage life; standard choice for general use
- PS is halogen free, low cost, and easy to process; offers improved clarity and impact strength over standard plastics
- PC delivers tight dimensional tolerance (+/- 2 mils), high impact strength, and superb clarity; ideal for MSOP and TSSOP packages
- PETG offers the strongest impact resistance and excellent transparency; suitable for heavy-duty and large packages
- ABS is selected when impact strength is critical, though it is less transparent than other materials
Production Route for Plastic Anti Static IC 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 the approved profile
- Sample production with 20-50 free tubes for fit testing on the actual device
- Extrusion of the approved profile followed by cutting to the ordered length
- Anti-static treatment applied via surface layer process or built-in additive as specified
- Closures fitted (rubber plugs, plastic pins, etc.), counted, and packed into cartons
How Plastic Anti Static IC Tubes Is Checked
- Critical dimension control within 5 mils on PVC tubes and +/- 2 mils on PC tubes to ensure consistent feeding
- Fit testing of sample tubes against the actual device or drawing before mass production
- Anti-static value verified to remain stable after handling and storage
- Drop and pressure tests performed on tube bodies before packing
- Quality management system to ISO14001 with after-sales support on shipped lots
What Can Change on Plastic Anti Static IC Tubes
- Tube length customized to match magazine or carton pitch from 50mm to 1000mm
- Internal profile designed from device drawing, tube drawing, or physical sample
- Material selected from PVC, PS, PETG, PC, or ABS based on cost, clarity, and impact needs
- Colour chosen from transparent, blue, black, red, yellow, purple, 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 Plastic Anti Static IC Tubes
| Tape and reel | Tubes handle larger and heavier bodies that tape pockets cannot hold, but tape is better for high-volume automated placement of small SMD parts |
|---|---|
| Vacuum formed trays | Trays offer better protection for fine-pitch and fragile packages, but tubes cost less per device and load directly into tube feeders |
| Bulk bag packing | Tubes cost more per unit than bulk 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 only fit devices the profile was designed for |
Working With Plastic Anti Static IC Tubes
- Send a tube drawing, device drawing, or physical sample so the internal profile can be matched
- If no drawing exists, send the physical component for profile measurement
- Confirm tube length against the magazine pitch on your insertion or placement machine before tooling
- Specify whether anti-static must survive repeated wiping and long storage to select the right treatment
- Choose the 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 introducing a new custom profile
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Background reading before you specify plastic anti static ic tubes.
How Anti Static IC Tubes Are Made From PVC
The process starts with PVC resin fed into an extruder.
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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 To Choose IC Tube Stoppers
An anti-static IC tube is a precision profile designed to hold components during transport and feeding.
Read GuideWhere It Is Used
Where plastic anti static ic 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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LED And Optoelectronics
SEWATE supplies anti-static carrier tape and reel, cover tape, and anti-static tubes for LEDs and optoelectronic devices, including modules, diodes, filters, relays, switches, fuses, transformers, magnetic components, and inductors.
See ApplicationPlastic Anti Static IC Tubes Buyer Questions
What is the minimum order quantity for Plastic Anti Static IC Tubes?
10000 pieces for standard profiles. The MOQ reflects extrusion setup cost: short runs are not economical due to changeover time and material waste.
How long does a stock tube order take?
5-15 days depending on quantity. Samples for fit testing are delivered in 3-5 days.
What is the lead time for a custom tube profile?
A basic low volume project can be 25-day ARO. Typical lead time is 4-6 weeks. Complex tools or high volume items take 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 and the profile will be measured from it.
Which material should I choose for my application?
PVC is the default for strength and stability. PS is halogen free and lower cost. PC offers tight tolerance and clarity. PETG has the highest impact strength. ABS is used when impact resistance is critical.
Is the anti-static property permanent?
It depends on the method. Surface treatment can degrade with wiping and long storage. Additives built into the resin maintain anti-static performance longer. Specify your storage and handling needs 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 Plastic Anti Static IC Tubes Quoted
A drawing, a sample or the physical component is enough. Sales and engineering come back within 24 hours.