Athan Corporation

Athan Corporation is a specialized U.S. manufacturer and service provider focused on precision tape‑path components and motor work for professional audio and video tape machines. Founded in 1976 and based at 50 South Linden Ave, Suite 10, South San Francisco, California, Athan builds high‑accuracy parts such as pinch rollers, tape guides, and related components, and also rebuilds capstan and reel motors for brands like Studer, Ampex, Otari, Sony, Tascam, MCI, Nagra, and others. Their parts are known for brass cores, custom polyurethane compounds that last 4–5 times longer than many originals, and dual‑bearing designs that reduce wow and flutter and improve transport stability. Customers—typically studios, restoration shops, archivists, and serious hobbyists—buy either directly through Athan’s website (athan.com), via phone/email order, or through their AthanCorp eBay storefront and authorized resellers worldwide.([athan.com](https://www.athan.com/about.html?utm_source=openai))

A charge from Athan Corporation (or ATHAN CORP / ATHANCORP / ATHAN.COM / ATHANCORP EBAY) on your bank or card statement is almost always tied to a one‑time purchase of a physical part (for example, a pinch roller in the ~$49–$150+ range) or a booked refurbishing service such as a capstan or reel motor rebuild (commonly in the $400–$1,500+ range).([athan.com](https://www.athan.com/store/p150/Pinch_Roller_for_1%2F4%22_Tape_Machine_With_Dual_Bearings_%28A810%29.html?utm_source=openai)) For rebuilds and modifications, Athan often invoices parts/labor first and then bills packing and return shipping separately once the work is complete, so you may see an additional charge related to shipping.([athan.com](https://www.athan.com/store/p77/Capstan_Motor_Modification_Without_Puck_For_MTR-100_Tape_Machine.html?utm_source=openai)) If you purchased through eBay, the descriptor may reference eBay or PayPal along with “AthanCorp,” and the amount may include item price plus shipping and any applicable taxes.([ebay.com](https://www.ebay.com/itm/272045320478?utm_source=openai)) In some cases, card networks or PayPal may place a temporary authorization or pre‑authorization when you order or update your payment method; these usually clear within a few days if the order doesn’t go through.

To verify or resolve questions about an Athan charge, start by checking your recent orders and email receipts from Athan (athan.com), your eBay account under purchases from seller “AthanCorp,” and any invoices your studio or technician may have for machine service.([ebay.com](https://www.ebay.com/itm/272045320478?utm_source=openai)) Compare the statement amount and date to a specific item (for example, “Pinch Roller for Studer A810 – $80” or “Reel Motor Rebuild – $575–$1,500 plus shipping”).([athan.com](https://www.athan.com/store/p150/Pinch_Roller_for_1%2F4%22_Tape_Machine_With_Dual_Bearings_%28A810%29.html?utm_source=openai)) If something doesn’t match, contact Athan directly using the phone number on their public business listings ((650) 589‑6111) or via the contact details on athan.com, and provide the last four digits of your card, charge date, and amount so they can look up the transaction.([mapquest.com](https://www.mapquest.com/us/california/athan-corporation-267732086?utm_source=openai)) If you still can’t identify the charge after confirming with Athan and any relevant marketplaces, reach out to your bank or card issuer to dispute unauthorized activity.