This is my first attempt by recycling the bags from the manufacturers:




- this was done with the 5mm foam.
- I'm going to order 10mm foam for MOSFETs and other TO-220 and the like (will have to test for transistors).
- it helps to have the ICs mounted on the foam during the application of the tape. The extra weight also helps when you slide the mylar into the drawer.
- the scraps are useful for those "extra" ICs.
- take a pic of the original label on the bag; it'll come in handy when you make labels.
- if you're not planning on adding external labels, place a basic label between the mylar and the front side; it won't be able to come out with that piece of tape along the top edge.

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If you REALLY want to surround the ICs with the mylar protective layer, tape a layer on the back of a 3mm thick foam as a "lid".


Let me know if you think of other ways to improve this.