ESD protection
ESD protection equipment prevents electrostatic discharge (ESD) events at sensitive components and assemblies within an EPA (Electrostatic Protected Area) according to DIN EN 61340-5-1. The range covers ESD clothing and footwear, grounding systems, mats and floor coverings, ionizers, test instruments and identification materials. All product groups are designed for the coordinated implementation of a complete EPA.
ESD protection only works as a system: personnel grounding, antistatic work surfaces, dissipative flooring and regular measurements with calibrated test instruments must work together. The range covers each of these areas and includes associated consumables such as cleaning agents, sprays and films.
Measuring technologyResistance meters, wrist strap testers, field meters
IonizersIonizing blowers and bars for neutralizing charges on insulators
ClothingCoats, gloves and wrist straps for EPA zones
ShoesCertified ESD footwear per EN 61340 and EN ISO 20345
Grounding systemsGround cables, ground points and accessories for EPA grounding
FlooringDissipative tiles, rolls and epoxy floors for EPA areas
Cleaning and careCleaning and maintenance products for dissipative surfaces
Mats and table coversBench and floor mats, dissipative and conductive, with grounding snap
Marking and labelsLabels, signs and floor markings for EPA zone identification
Office suppliesAntistatic binders, folders, writing pads and office articles
FilmsDissipative and shielding films for transport and storage
Sprays and coatingsAntistatic sprays and coatings for temporary and permanent protection
Barrier systemsAccess control and demarcation for EPA zones
TurntablesDissipative turntables and ball tables for EPA workstations
| Area | Products | Standard / Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Persons | ESD coat, wrist strap, ESD shoes | IEC 61340-4-3, EN ISO 20345 |
| Work surfaces | ESD mats, table tops | R: 106-109 Ω |
| Floor | ESD flooring, tiles, epoxy | R < 108 Ω to earth potential |
| Insulators | Ionizers, ESD spray | Decay time per IEC 61340-4-7 |
| Transport / Storage | ESD film, bags, packaging | ANSI/ESD S541, IEC 61340-5-3 |
| Control | Test instruments, field meters | IEC 61340-4-1, IEC 61340-4-5 |
Typical applications: Electronics manufacturing and SMT assembly, semiconductor production and wafer handling, repair and rework of ESD-sensitive assemblies, quality assurance and incoming inspection, medical device manufacturing with ESDS classification, and development laboratories handling discrete components.
