Workstations Karl BASIC - TEC
ESD Workplaces Karl
Karl Basic ESD workstations deliver a surface resistance of 10⁵-10⁹ Ω compliant with IEC 61340-5-1, combining a robust steel frame with an HPL worksurface and integrated EPA grounding point. The modular column system accepts vertical struts, table-top frames, drawer blocks, and side trolleys without drilling, enabling rapid reconfiguration in under 15 minutes. Worktable dimensions cover widths from 750 mm to 2,000 mm with depth options of 700 mm and 900 mm, supporting static loads up to 300 kg on the base frame.
As an authorized distributor for Karl Storz Industrie, esd.equipment stocks 317 Karl Basic articles spanning workbenches, add-on frames, drawer units, side trolleys, electrical connection strips, mounting adapters, ESD footrests, and vertical struts - all verified against DIN EN 61340-5-2 and shipped from European warehouses. Every component is cross-compatible within the Karl Basic platform, ensuring full spare-part availability for long-term EPA-compliant workstation installations.
Karl Basic vs. Karl Sintro vs. Karl Quadro - technical comparison
| Criterion | Karl Basic | Karl Sintro | Karl Quadro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frame system | Welded steel, round tube column | Extruded aluminium profile | Heavy-duty steel, square tube |
| Max. load capacity | 300 kg | 200 kg | 500 kg |
| Surface resistance | 10⁵-10⁹ Ω | 10⁵-10⁹ Ω | 10⁵-10⁹ Ω |
| Height adjustment | Fixed (760-900 mm, order-specific) | Manual 680-1,000 mm | Electric ca. 680-1,080 mm |
| Column grid pitch | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Typical application | SMT assembly, inspection, repair | Light electronics, laboratory | Heavy assembly, press-fit, test |
| Worktop material | ESD HPL, 30 mm solid | ESD HPL, 25 mm | ESD HPL or steel, 30-40 mm |
| Norm compliance | IEC 61340-5-1, DIN EN 61340-5-2 | IEC 61340-5-1 | IEC 61340-5-1, DIN EN 61340-5-2 |
Karl Basic - product module overview
| Module | Application | Key specification | Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESD Workbenches | SMT assembly, inspection, rework | W 750-2,000 mm, D 700-900 mm, load 300 kg | HPL top R 10⁶-10¹¹ Ω, EPA grounding |
| Table top frame | Monitor / shelf superstructure on bench | Fits Basic columns, 50 mm grid | Tool-free mounting, no drilling |
| Drawer blocks | Parts and tool storage under worktop | 1-5 drawers, 30 kg per block | ESD-dissipative liner, full extension |
| Side trolley | Mobile extension of Basic workstation | Width 450 mm, 5 lockable castors | EPA bonding cable included |
| Connection strips | Power distribution at workstation | 6-12 sockets, 230 V / 16 A | Integrated EPA equipotential rail |
| ESD footrest | Operator grounding via footwear | Height 50-100 mm, R < 10⁹ Ω | IEC 61340-5-1 compliant surface |
| Vertical struts | Column extension for tall superstructures | 800-2,000 mm height, 50 mm pitch | Anchors all Basic add-on modules |
| Mounting adapter | Attach third-party arms and shelves | Universal, fits Basic strut profile | Compatible with VESA and DIN rails |
Typical application areas: Electronics manufacturing and SMT assembly (IEC 61340-5-1, IPC-A-610), semiconductor handling and wafer inspection (SEMI S1/S2), medical device production (ISO 13485), automotive electronics assembly (IATF 16949, VDA 6.3), PCB rework and soldering stations, quality inspection and incoming goods, laboratory and R&D environments, aerospace sub-assembly (AS9100).
