Punched Tape Reader Head

Punched Tape Reader Heads are components used in Punched Card Equipment, which is a type of Information Technology Equipment. Punched Card Equipment is used for processing data stored on punched cards.

A Punched Tape Reader Head is specifically used to read data from punched tape. Punched tape is a long strip of paper or plastic with holes punched in specific patterns to represent data. The Punched Tape Reader Head is responsible for detecting and interpreting these holes to extract the encoded information.

In the context of the supply group Information Technology Equipment (Including Firmware), Software, Supplies And Support Equipment, Punched Tape Reader Heads would fall under the category of supplies. They are essential components that need to be replaced or maintained regularly to ensure the proper functioning of the Punched Card Equipment.