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An ESD smock works through a carbon grid woven into the fabric. The effect stops at the seam, so panels have to be bonded electrically or a sleeve stays isolated.

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Shorts

ESD shorts from the Safeguard SG-HO range are made from a 128 g/m² blended fabric with woven conductive fibres, suitable for EPA zone work in high-temperature environments or physically demanding tasks. The series is available in black and grey, sizes XS through 5XL. An ESD bib trouser with braces (TH55 fabric, unisex, royal blue) is also available as an additional variant.

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  1. ESD shorts unisex black, 128 g/m²
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    ESD shorts unisex black, 128 g/m²
    As low as €64.23
  2. ESD shorts unisex grey, 128 g/m²
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    ESD shorts unisex grey, 128 g/m²
    As low as €64.23
  3. ESD shorts, black, 128 g/m², straight cut
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    ESD shorts, black, 128 g/m², straight cut
    As low as €64.23
  4. ESD shorts, grey, 128 g/m², straight cut
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    ESD shorts, grey, 128 g/m², straight cut
    As low as €64.23
  5. ESD bib and brace overall, TH55, royal blue, size 5XL
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    ESD bib and brace overall, TH55, royal blue, size 5XL
    €76.63

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How to choose Shorts

What matters when choosing: properties, comparison and typical applications.

Technical features

⚡ 128 g/m² blended fabric - woven conductive fibres for stable ESD protection
⚙ Black and grey - Safeguard SG-HO-SCH (black) and SG-HO-GR (grey)
↕ Sizes XS to 5XL - broad range for all body types
✓ Wash-resistant - ESD properties retained after industrial laundering
✓ DIN EN 61340-5-1 compliant - dissipation resistance within normative range

Series overview

Article prefixColourFabricSizes
SG-HO-SCH-128-KBlack128 g/m²XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL
SG-HO-GR-128-KGrey128 g/m²XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, 3XL, 5XL
Bib trouser TH55Royal blueTH55 fabricUnisex, to 5XL

Typical applications

Typical applications: EPA zones with elevated heat (soldering systems, heating cabinets); physically demanding assembly and warehouse tasks in ESD-protected areas; summer workwear for certified production and test laboratory areas; combination with ESD jacket or ESD top for complete clothing compliance.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Shorts

What are ESD short pants and where are they primarily used in industrial applications?
ESD short pants are specialized antistatic workwear designed to prevent electrostatic discharge buildup in sensitive manufacturing environments. These garments incorporate conductive fibers that safely dissipate static charges to ground, protecting sensitive electronic components during assembly, testing, and handling operations. Primary applications include semiconductor fabrication facilities, electronics manufacturing, precision instrument assembly, and cleanroom operations where static discharge could damage microprocessors, memory modules, or other electrostatic-sensitive devices.
What technical specifications should I consider when selecting ESD short pants for industrial use?
Key selection criteria for ESD short pants include fabric weight density measured in grams per square meter, surface resistance values, and size availability for workforce requirements. The Safeguard ESD short pants feature 128 g/m² fabric weight providing optimal balance between durability and comfort, with comprehensive sizing from XS through 5XL to accommodate diverse industrial workforces. Surface resistance typically ranges from 10^6 to 10^11 ohms per square to ensure effective static dissipation while maintaining garment durability through repeated industrial washing cycles.
Which international standards govern ESD protective clothing and certification requirements?
ESD protective clothing must comply with IEC 61340-5-1 standard for electrostatic discharge protection of electronic devices, which defines requirements for ESD protective clothing systems in EPA environments. Additional compliance includes EN 1149 European standard for protective clothing with electrostatic properties, specifying surface resistance measurements and charge decay performance. Industrial facilities often require DIN EN 61340-4-3 certification for ESD protective clothing to ensure consistent static dissipation performance across manufacturing processes handling sensitive electronic components.
What are the main differences between grey and black ESD short pants variants available?
The primary distinction between Safeguard grey and black ESD short pants lies in color coding for facility organization and contamination visibility rather than technical performance differences. Both variants utilize identical 128 g/m² antistatic fabric construction and provide equivalent electrostatic discharge protection characteristics. Grey variants offer enhanced visibility of particulate contamination in cleanroom environments, while black options provide better concealment of minor stains in general manufacturing settings. Both color options maintain identical surface resistance properties and washing durability specifications across all available sizes.
What grounding and system compatibility requirements apply to ESD short pants?
ESD short pants require integration with comprehensive grounding systems including conductive flooring, wrist straps, and heel grounders to create complete static dissipation pathways. The garments must maintain electrical continuity with other ESD protective equipment through conductive threads woven throughout the fabric structure. Compatibility verification involves measuring combined system resistance from garment through flooring to ground, typically maintaining 750 kilohm to 35 megohm resistance range according to IEC 61340-5-1 requirements for effective charge dissipation in electrostatic protected areas.
What environmental operating conditions and safety ratings apply to industrial ESD short pants?
Industrial ESD short pants maintain electrostatic properties across standard manufacturing temperature ranges from 16°C to 35°C with relative humidity between 12% to 65% as specified in IEC 61340-4-1 testing conditions. The 128 g/m² fabric construction provides mechanical durability for industrial washing cycles while preserving surface resistance characteristics between 10^6 to 10^12 ohms per square. These garments meet cleanroom compatibility requirements for ISO 14644 Class 5 through Class 8 environments when combined with appropriate laundering protocols using antistatic detergents and controlled drying processes.
What maintenance schedule and inspection requirements ensure continued ESD protection performance?
ESD short pants require weekly surface resistance testing using digital megohmmeters to verify continued antistatic properties within specified 10^6 to 10^11 ohm ranges per IEC 61340-5-1 standards. Industrial laundering must occur after every 5 to 8 wearing cycles using specialized ESD-safe detergents to maintain fabric conductivity while removing contamination. Visual inspection should identify fabric damage, worn areas, or broken conductive threads that could compromise static dissipation pathways, with garment replacement required when surface resistance exceeds 10^12 ohms or falls below 10^5 ohms during routine electrical testing procedures.