METHOD AND DEVICE FOR ACCESSING A RECESS OF A CARRIER TAPE

摘要

A device for providing access to a recess of a carrier tape overlaid with a cover tape is described, the device comprising a body comprising a carrier tape receiving portion; and a separator coupled to the carrier tape receiving portion, moveable from a first position to a second position, wherein when the separator is in the first position, a carrier tape may be positioned in the carrier tape receiving portion, and when the separator is in the second position, it extends into the carrier tape receiving portion to an underside of the carrier tape. A method of providing access to a recess of a carrier tape overlaid with a cover tape is further described, the method comprising the steps of holding the carrier tape in place; and exerting a force on the carrier tape from beneath the recess with sufficient force to un-bond the cover tape from the carrier tape at the recess.