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Abstract

An electronic component package for containing a plurality of electronic components. The package including structure that provides at least two configurations. In the first configuration, the package functions as a sufficiently rigid tray for supporting and protecting the plurality of components during storage, shipping and handling of the package. In the second configuration, the package functions as a flexible carrier tape for feeding the components into and through automated component handling and placement equipment. The structure includes package edges interconnected to and extending along a plurality of tray sections in which the components are housed. In one embodiment, the package edges connect to a cover to provide the first rigid tray configuration. In another embodiment, the package edges include flexible edge wings that rotate into position and are secured to provide the first rigid tray configuration.

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First Claim