Abstract: A container includes an outer box and an insert sized to fit inside the outer box. The insert includes a bottom wall, a first lateral end coupled to the bottom wall, and a second lateral end coupled to the bottom wall. The first lateral end opposes the second lateral end. The first lateral end may include a first outer wall and a first cradle wall spaced apart from the first outer wall. The first cradle wall may include a first cutout shaped to receive a flange at a first end of a spool of material. The second lateral end may include a second outer wall and a second cradle wall spaced apart from the second outer wall. The second cradle may include a second cutout opening shaped to receive a second end of the spool of the material. The insert may be formed from a rigid material.

Abstract: There is disclosed herein an apparatus for bulk-feeding electronic components which utilizes magnetic force and a rotating feeder tube to properly orient the components for presentment to an automated pick-and-place machine.

Abstract: An an electronic circuit having improved protection against harsh environments, a preferred embodiment thereof including: a substrate 10 having a top surface 12; an electronic component 14 attached to the top surface of the substrate; a plastic and metal foil laminated barrier 16 having an outer periphery 18 thereabout, the outer periphery being sealably attached to the top surface 12 of the substrate so as to define a closed pocket 20 between the top surface 12 and the barrier 16 within which the electronic component 14 is enclosed; and a desiccant element 50.