Universal packaging tray for disk drive assembly

摘要

A universal component carrier tray for use in assembly line production of disk drives includes a framework structure that defines a number of openings of variable size and geometry. Tray portions having form fitting structure for receiving the unique and varying configured componentry of disk drives are removably seatable into the openings. The framework and tray portions are preferably injection molded for facilitating extended life and better constaint of the componentry. The trays have stacking structure allowing a plurality of the trays to be stacked whereby each tray stacked above a tray serves as a retainer or closure for the tray below that may prevent the components from being dislodged or misoriented from the holding structure during handling of the stack and protect the components from particulate contamination.