The Shim with Connector in One is a versatile and efficient solution designed for seamless carrier tape splicing in electronic component packaging. This innovative tool combines a precision shim and connector in a single unit, ensuring strong, reliable splices that maintain smooth feeding through automated assembly systems.
Price range: $78.50 through $88.00
Sierra Electronics’ Integrated Splice Tape + Shim Assembly is a fully engineered two-stage splicing system, combining the bottom splice shim and the top covertape connector into a single, easy-to-use plastic carrier. Designed for fast, accurate splicing of all EIA-481 carrier tapes, this assembly ensures perfect alignment for high-speed SMT production while eliminating the need to handle multiple components during setup.
This all-in-one design is ideal for operators, technicians, and production lines that demand speed, accuracy, and repeatability.
1. Bottom Splice Shim – No Liner for Direct Placement
The brass splice shim is mounted directly onto the plastic carrier without a liner, allowing immediate placement onto the bottom side of the two carrier tapes. This ensures:
2. Pre-Attached Covertape Connector with White Release Liner
Above the shim, the assembly includes a top covertape connector already aligned on the same plastic carrier. A white release liner protects the adhesive and must be removed right before application. This allows the operator to:
3. Precision Plastic Carrier with Perforation
Both the shim and the covertape connector are mounted on a thin, dimensionally stable plastic carrier featuring a precision perforation. This perforation acts as a guide hinge, ensuring:
After pressing both adhesive interfaces firmly, the plastic carrier is carefully removed and discarded, leaving a clean, fully bonded splice.
Fully Integrated Two-Piece Splice Assembly
Bottom shim + top covertape connector combined into one tool-free unit.
No-Liner Shim for Immediate Bottom Attachment
Ensures perfect placement and consistent mechanical strength.White-Liner Covertape Connector for Controlled Top Bonding
Protects adhesive until the exact moment of fold-over.Perforated Carrier for Perfect Alignment
Built-in hinge guarantees accurate positioning of covertapes.Reduces Operator Error & Training Time
Everything is pre-aligned—one application, one motion, one result.Compatible with All Major SMT Pick-and-Place Systems
Fuji, Panasonic, Siemens, Mydata, Samsung, Sanyo, Hitachi, Juki, Assembleon, and more.EIA-481 Compliant Geometry
Ensures accurate sprocket-hole spacing and pocket tracking.Ideal for 0201–Large Component Splicing
Holds alignment even on high-speed, high-density feeders.
Manufactured in Santa Fe using U.S. adhesives, precision shim tooling, and high-quality materials, Sierra’s Integrated Splice Tape + Shim Assembly delivers unmatched consistency and reliability for modern SMT production environments.
It is used for securely splicing carrier tapes in electronic component packaging, ensuring smooth and continuous feeding through automated assembly systems.
Yes, it is designed to work with a variety of carrier tape materials, making it versatile for different electronic component packaging applications.
The brass shim offers corrosion and rust resistance, ensuring long-lasting durability and consistent splicing performance.
The ESD-safe material protects sensitive electronic components from electrostatic discharge during the splicing process, ensuring safe handling and packaging.
Yes, the Shim with Connector in One is suitable for both manual and automated splicing processes, improving production efficiency in various manufacturing environments.
By ensuring reliable and continuous splicing, it reduces downtime caused by tape breaks and reel changes, improving overall assembly line efficiency.
Yes, the combination of high-quality materials, including the corrosion-resistant brass shim, ensures long-term durability and minimal wear over time.
We have manufactured a full range of high quality SMT Splicing Products for the contract and OEM manufacturing industry since 1998. Professional excellence is our game and we are committed to ongoing improvements in all aspects of the business.
We are the only tape splicing manufacturer in the United States and our headquarter location in beautiful Santa Fe, New Mexico allows us to meet tight delivery requirements to anywhere in North America.
We strive to ensure customer satisfaction with every purchase. If you are not fully satisfied with your order, you may return unused products in their original packaging. Please contact our customer service team to initiate the return process.
