Cover Tape > Type AA® Heat Activated Antistatic

Advantek’s Type AA® Cover Tape is an antistatic, transparent, heat sealable cover film. It is engineered to protect and contain surface mount components in embossed polystyrene carrier tapes.

• Transparent to allow post-taping inspection of components while in the pocket
• Formulated to prevent wetting
• Suitable for any heat sealing taping application
• Consistent adhesion
• Complies with EIA-481 standards
• Proven to perform with these Advantek Carrier Tape materials:
  • Types C, X, V & T Static Dissipative Polystyrene
  • Types K, L & O Homogenous Polystyrene

Construction

Type AA® Cover Tape contains a top layer of 0.00092” thick polyester base film and a bottom layer of 0.00128” thick heat activated adhesive coating layer. Both layers are antistatic to ensure the protection of static sensitive devices.

Configurations

Type AA® Heat Activated Cover Tape is provided standard with 300, 400, 500, 600 and 1000 splice-free meters on a 3” inner diameter plastic core. Widths available include all EIA standard widths for carrier tapes between 8mm and 56mm, plus custom widths by special request.

Note: The values presented for this product are typical laboratory data and may be changed without notice.
¹Tests performed under specific sealing conditions.

Shelf Life and Storage

We recommend that the Advantek AA® Cover Tape be used within 24 months from the date of manufacture. Store this product in its original packaging in a climate-controlled environment with temperatures under 50°C (122° F) and relative humidity under 80%. Do not store in direct sunlight or excess temperature/humidity for prolonged periods of time. Allow the product to stabilize at room temperature prior to use.