Choosing a Carrier Tape

Carrier tapes generally come in three standard materials: paper, em-
bossed polystyrene plastic, and embossed polycarbonate plastic.

Paper is the least expensive and offers basic component protection.

Embossed polystyrene is more expensive but provides a superior level of
component protection to paper.

Polycarbonate offers the best protec-
tion as well as the highest price tag.