Sony X36513170 Pinch Lever Assembly - TU Unit is a Sony spare part described as the Pinch Lever Assembly within the TU (Tape Unit) assembly. In Sony tape transport mechanisms, the pinch lever works with the pinch roller to engage the capstan and regulate tape movement, with manuals showing PINCH LEVER TOTAL ASSY REMOVAL and PINCH LEVER (REV) ASSY within the TU assembly group. The TU designation indicates this component is part of the Tape Unit subassembly and is intended as a replacement part for corresponding Sony TU-equipped devices.
