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ContentsRevision history. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii1Embossed tape, reel, and tray packaging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42Reel dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53Tape components.4Tray information.5Box dimensions.6Green Program statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Legal notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1159720 148ii101213

Revision historyDateDescription2021-05-26Added nRF5340 to Table 2: Carrier tape dimensions on page 72021-04-14Added information for nRF53 SeriesJune 2020 Updated Tray information on page 9 Editorial changesOctober 2019 September 2018 Updated Table 2: Carrier tape dimensions on page 7 Added Box dimensions on page 10 Editorial changesDecember 2016Specified cover tape pull angleNovember 2016Editorial changesJune 2016Added CIAA variantMay 2016First release1159720 148Added nRF9160Updated Tape components on page 6Added Tray information on page 9Updated Box dimensions on page 10iii

1Embossed tape, reel, and traypackagingThis document outlines the dimensions for the tape, reel, and tray packaging of components used forNordic Semiconductor products.This document applies to the following series: nRF24nRF51nRF52nRF53nRF8000nRF9160Embossed tape, reel, and tray is used for transporting and storing electronic components. The packing isdesigned to feed components into automatic pick-and-place machines for surface mounting on PCBs. Thecomplete configuration consists of a carrier tape with pockets holding the individual components that aresealed by a cover tape.The tape, reel, and tray configurations of the nRF24, nRF51, nRF52, nRF53, nRF8000, and nRF9160 seriesproducts meet the current industry standards described in EIA-481: 8 mm through 200 mm EmbossedCarrier Taping and 8 mm through 200 mm Punched Carrier Taping of Surface Mount Components forAutomatic Handling. The loaded reels are shipped with a Humidity Indicator Card (HIC) and a bag ofdesiccant gel according to the JEDEC standard JSTD-033.1159720 1484

2Reel dimensionsReels containing sealed carrier tape follow the dimension requirements described in EIA-481. For thedetailed dimensions of the reel, refer to this standard. The reels are made of polystyrene and can berecycled.Most products come in one of two different sizes of reels. The size of the reel is indicated by the orderingcode that can be found in the product specification for each product.The following figure shows the markings on a typical loaded reel.Reel top sideReel labelFigure 1: Reel markingsThe following table contains the reel dimensions.Ordering codeDescriptionReel diameter [mm]-R77" reel177.8-R13" reel330.2Table 1: Reel dimensions1159720 1485

3Tape componentsIn the embossed tape-and-reel configuration, electronic components are placed in pockets embossed inthe carrier tape. The cover tape is sealed to the carrier tape to encase the components in the pockets.The following figure shows the typical tape components.Cover tapeCarrier tapeReel with label areaFigure 2: Tape componentsCover tapeThe cover tape is sealed by hot sealing. The pull strength limit for the cover tape is 20 to 120 grams whenit is pulled at an angle of 175 to 180 with a peel-off speed of 300 10 mm/min.Carrier tapeThe minimum leader part, or the length from the tape edge of the feeding side to the first component inthe carrier tape, is 400 mm. The carrier tape material is conductive polystyrene.The following dimensions are used in Figure 3: Carrier tape dimensions on page 7 and Table 2: Carriertape dimensions on page 7.P Pitch between cavity centersW Width of carrier tapeA Dimension of cavity adjusted for component widthB Dimension of cavity adjusted for component lengthd Distance between sprocket holes, 4 mmThe following figure illustrates the basic dimensions of the carrier tape. The center of the cavity is locatedin the middle between the sprocket holes.1159720 1486

Tape componentsdd/2BPAFeed directionFigure 3: Carrier tape dimensionsThe following table contains the product and package specific dimensions.Product/packageP [mm]W [mm]A [mm]B [mm]Pin 1 orientationQFN 4 x 48.012.04.34.3Quadrant 1QFN 5 x 58.012.05.35.3Quadrant 1QFN 6 x 612.016.06.36.3Quadrant 1QFN 7 x 7/aQFN12.016.07.57.5Quadrant 1nRF51x22-CDAB8.012.03.713.54Quadrant 1nRF51x22-CEAA8.012.03.974.20Quadrant 1nRF51x22-CFAC8.012.04.054.05Quadrant 1nRF51x22-CTAA8.012.03.684.02Quadrant 1nRF51x22-CTAC8.012.04.054.05Quadrant 1nRF52805-CAAA8.012.02.672.69Quadrant 1nRF52810-CAAA8.012.02.672.69Quadrant 1nRF52811-CAAA8.012.02.672.69Quadrant 1nRF52832-CIAA8.012.03.173.44Quadrant 1nRF52833-CJAA8.012.03.383.38Quadrant 1nRF52840-CKAA8.012.03.763.83Quadrant 1nRF5340-CLAA8.012.04.234.63Quadrant 1nRF9160 (SiP)16.024.010.9016.40Quadrant 2Table 2: Carrier tape dimensions1159720 1487W

Tape componentsThe following figure shows the pin 1 orientation and pin orientation options.Pin 1: Quadrant 1Pin 1: Quadrant 3Pin 1: Quadrant 2Feed directionFigure 4: Pin 1 orientation1159720 1488Pin 1: Quadrant 4

4Tray informationSome QFN products are also available in tray packaging. See the appropriate Product Specification formore information.Note: Nordic Semiconductor does not recommend the use of trays because of environmentalreasons.The tray size is 322.60x135.90 mm. The following tables provide more information on tray capacities.Products (QFN) ASEPieces / trayTrays / inner boxnRF24 series4901-10nRF51 series4901-10nRF52 series (except nRF52840)4901-10nRF528402601-10Table 3: ASE traysNote: The inner box size is 351x185x103 mm. You can have 1-10 trays and 1 top tray in one innerbox.Products (QFN) AMKORPieces / trayTrays / inner boxnRF24 series4901-5nRF51 series4901-5nRF52 series (except nRF52840)4901-5Table 4: AMKOR traysNote: The inner box size is 375x185x103 mm. You can have 1-5 trays and 1 top tray in one innerbox.1159720 1489

5Box dimensionsEach reel is packed in an inner box that is also known as a pizza box.Several inner boxes can be packed in one outer box for shipment. The following figures show a typicalinner box and an outer box containing several inner boxes.Figure 5: Inner boxFigure 6: Outer box containing inner boxesThe following tables show the capacities of the boxes according to the manufacturers.Outer boxInner box size (mm)Outer box options (mm)CompositionR7180x180x79400x210x1002 inner boxes in 1 outer box381x381x1274 inner boxes in 1 outer box410x340x2058 inner boxes in 1 outer box380x129x3742 inner boxes in 1 outer box388x388x2184 inner boxes in 1 outer box380x353x3746 inner boxes in 1 outer boxR348x357x54Table 5: AMKOR outer box capacities for QFN1159720 14810

Box dimensionsOuter boxInner box size (mm)Outer box options (mm)CompositionR7193x192x70212x154x2102 inner boxes in 1 outer box311x212x2104 inner boxes in 1 outer box371x346x1132 inner boxes in 1 outer box370x260x3605 inner boxes in 1 outer box510x370x36010 inner boxes in 1 outer boxR356x338x48Table 6: ASE outer box capacities for QFNOuter boxInner box size (mm)Outer box options (mm)CompositionR7220x220x38235x235x1102 inner boxes in 1 outer box235x235x2455 inner boxes in 1 outer box377x267x38710 inner boxes in 1 outer box370x260x3605 inner boxes in 1 outer box371x346x1132 inner boxes in 1 outer boxR356x338x48Table 7: ASE outer box capacities for CSPReelInner box size (mm)R7219x197x51R372x353x59Table 8: QORVO inner box1159720 14811

6Green Program statementIn order to support our customers who wish to comply with environmental requirements, NordicSemiconductor has introduced green package technology in its products. Green means that our productsare halogen free in addition to RoHS/REACH compliant (free of Bromine, Chlorine, and Antimony basedflame retardants).The Green Program statement can be found on our website under Environment.1159720 14812

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Reels containing sealed carrier tape follow the dimension requirements described in EIA-481. For the detailed dimensions of the reel, refer to this standard. The reels are made of polystyrene and can be recycled. Most products come in one of two different sizes of reels. The size of the reel is indicated by the ordering code that can be found in the product specification for each product. The .