| Tool Description | Part Number | Serviceability | List Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| TapeSplice™ Manual SMT Splice Tool | TS-MST-USA | Serviceable — replaceable wear parts, rebuildable, long life | $195.00 |
| Manual SMT Splice Tool | AST-MST-100 | Disposable — no rebuild/service program | $351.56 |
| Stapler-Style SMT Splice Tool | ST610 | Disposable — stapler mechanism not rebuildable | $333.00 |
| Zero-Scrap Stapler SMT Splice Tool | ST810 | Disposable — same stapler format, no rebuild option | $333.00 |
| All-In-One SMT Splice Tool (8–32mm) | ST132 | Disposable — integrated tool body no service path | ~$525‡ |
| Manual SMT Splice Tool | SR.SPLTL | Disposable — standard manual design, no serviceability | $405.00 |
1) True Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
A disposable tool hides its real cost:
In contrast, a serviceable tool like TapeSplice™ offers:
This can cut SMT splice tool spend by 30–60% over a 3–5 year period.
Disposable tools degrade unpredictably:
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