When working with electronic components, static can build up anywhere on the workbench. This can cause damage to the equipment when it discharges.
The best way to prevent this is by using a Static Dissipative ESD Table from the item. This includes a grounding system that grounds all surfaces and shelves to the frame of the workbench.
ESD Laminate
Static electricity can damage sensitive equipment in work environments like electronics businesses, call centers and pharmaceutical labs. For these environments, static-dissipating tables are a necessity. They reduce the electrostatic charge by allowing static charges to easily drain to the ground via a wire.
A typical table surface consists of a standard high-pressure laminate with a carbon layer that dissipates static charge. The laminate is a hard and durable material that resists stains, chemicals (including acetone, gasoline, and 10% ammonium solutions), and heat resistance up to 180degC for short periods.
item customers receive a special ESD record that proves their new ESD workbench has been checked at the relevant ESD measuring points. These include both standard points and those that require special attention, defined in consultation with the customer. This is a very important step that should not be skipped! Without this, your ESD workbench could fail to discharge when required. This would lead to potential damage to sensitive equipment and potentially affect the quality of your work.
ESD Powder Coating
When it comes to constructing an ESD workbench, a solid surface is important. But a cleanroom table is even better. It enables employees to handle sensitive electronic components safely and without damage.
To apply the powder, metal table base parts are cleaned to remove grease and other particles that could interfere with bonding. Then they are blasted with sand, glass grit, steel shot, or silicon carbide. This helps the powder coat adhere strongly to the surfaces of the parts.
IBA Kimya ESD powder coatings are formulated to provide optimum static charge dissipation. This reliably prevents the sudden discharge of static electricity, and so avoids the processes that cause damage to electronic devices. It also means that protective measures such as cabling galvanized shelves do not need to be installed.
ESD Shelves
If you’re looking for a way to organize and store your ESD-sensitive materials, then you can’t go wrong with Treston’s ESD storage shelves. They are available in various sizes, making them perfect for EPA environments. These shelving units have a modular design, which means that they can be expanded to fit your workspace needs.
The shelf’s antistatic surface is a combination of HPL and carbon, which makes it very durable. It also dissipates static charges, which prevents them from building up and damaging your electronic components. The shelf comes with a grounding snap and coiled ground cord, allowing you to easily connect it to the work bench’s common point ground.
The workbench features a 10’ long earth ground wire to connect to the common ground. It also includes a designated wrist strap grounding point. All surfaces, shelves, and frame of the bench are grounded through this system. The bench can also be ordered with an optional grounding banana jack to connect directly to a power outlet.
ESD Racks
If you’re working with sensitive electronic components, static discharge can damage them. To prevent this, all work and storage surfaces should be ESD-safe. This includes tables and shelves. To ensure they’re properly protected, the surface should have a resistance value of 1.0 x 109 to 1.0 x 106 ohm.
There are many factors to consider when choosing the right ESD-safe racks for your table top. For example, the size and type of components you’re storing, the available space in your storage area, and the specific requirements of your manufacturing process will all play a role.
Conductive dimple board racks are designed to store PC boards and are a great choice for ESD-safe workbench tops. They have a grid-style slot design that makes it easy to place and remove parts. These racks also have a conductive layer that helps to dissipate static charges. They’re available in several sizes to fit different types of components read more…
