tape-to-head contact

Definition

Electronics

• The physical contact a tape head makes with a magnetic tape being recorded or reproduced. The proper contact helps optimize recording or reproduction, and helps protect the tape from physical damage such as wrinkling. Also called head-to-tape contact.

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