Tips For Packing Your Electronics

Tips for Packing Your Electronics

Packing electronic items can be very much challenging. Extra care should be taken while packing the electronic items. Since, these items are fragile and expensive, they need to be packed and handled carefully to minimize the risk of damage.

You should pack each electronic item in a box that is only slightly larger than the size of items itself. The more strongly fitting a box is, the more protected your electronic item will be. 

Basic Requirements

· User manual or guide.

· Original packaging box.

· Antistatic bubble wrap, peanuts.

· Small color-coded labels.

· Sealable bags.

· Markers, packing tapes.

Just read on the following tips to secure your electronic items while packing and transporting –

· Computers

oBackup all of your important data on a DVD, CD or Portable device.

oRefer to the user guide or manufacturing guide for disassembling instructions.

oBefore disconnecting any plugs or wires, mark the wire and the port you're removing it from, with the colored labels. Color aids in coding the cables and ports so that you can reconnect them later.

oOnce you have the wires disconnected, use twist ties to secure the wires, so they do not disentangle. Place the wires into a sealable bag and secure them with tape.

oIf you have the original packaging, including box, use that to pack the equipment. If you don't, acquire electronic specialty boxes directly from the manufacturer or from a moving company.

oRemove or disassemble all parts from the computer that can be disconnected.

oUse antistatic bubble wrap to cover each part one by one and secure ends with tape. Use a thick layer of bubble wrap to line the bottom of the box.

oPlace the largest piece of equipment on the bottom and smaller protected items on top of the box. Fill empty spaces and holes with antistatic packing materials like peanuts, inflatable bags, etc.

oAfter packing, seal the box with packing tape and mark it as “Fragile” and also indicate which end is up.

· Printers, Fax Machines and Copiers

oWhen packing printers (laser or ink jet), fax machines, and copiers, remove the toner or ink cartridges. For other types of printers, the printer head should be removed.

oAfter removing, place cartridges or head in a plastic bag and secure it with sealing tape.

oUse the original box for packing, or purchase a specialty box.

· Refrigerators

oRemove all contents, including freezer items.

oAfter removing, unplug the refrigerator and let the freezer defrost.

oWith a strong rope or cord, tie the doors of refrigerator by wrapping it around the fridge.

oIf you are unsure about moving it, hire professional movers. Since refrigerators are awkward and heavy, moving them incorrectly can cause permanent damage.

· Televisions

oFirst of all, make sure that all outside antennas have been disconnected.

oRefer to the user manual or guide to protect your TV in the best possible way.

oWrap the TV with padding or blanket carefully.

oIf you have the original packaging, including box, use that to pack the equipment.

oKeep the box in its upright position as you lift it, and also keep sharp objects away from the screen.

· Other Electronic Items

oRemove all parts from the electronic items that can be disconnected.

oWrap each part separately by using antistatic bubble wrap and secure ends with packing tape.

oIf you think that you will have trouble reconnecting the items, take a picture of the configuration. Use the picture as a reference while reconnecting all of the wires for your electronic items.

oPlace the wires into a sealable bag and tape it to the piece of equipment.

oPlace the item in the box and fill the empty space with antistatic packing materials. Whenever possible, pack electronics in their original box.

oSeal the box with packing tape.

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