GTI EL5 Connect ESD - TEC
ESD Puzzle
The GTI EL5 Connect ESD interlocking floor tile system delivers a measurable surface resistance of 10⁵-10⁸ Ω per IEC 61340-5-1, providing reliable electrostatic discharge protection across entire work areas. The interlocking puzzle design enables tool-free installation on any flat substrate - tiles click together without adhesive and can be reconfigured or relocated in minutes. Individual tile dimensions of typically 600 x 600 mm combine with a 5 mm load-bearing ESD-conductive PVC construction rated for continuous rolling and static loads up to 1,500 kg/m², making the EL5 Connect suitable for both light assembly benches and heavy-equipment workstations.
As a specialist distributor for ESD-compliant flooring, esd.equipment stocks the complete GTI EL5 Connect range - 15 configurations covering tile units, border strips, ramp edges, and earthing connectors. All products comply with IEC 61340-5-1 / IEC 61340-5-2 and are certified for use within EPA (Electrostatic Protected Area) environments. Permanent grounding is achieved via snap-in earthing studs that integrate directly with the tile grid, eliminating the need for separate conductive adhesive or wax treatments.
GTI EL5 Connect ESD - Product overview
| Component | Function | Key specification | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| EL5 Connect floor tile | EPA floor surface | 600 x 600 x 5 mm, R: 10⁵-10⁸ Ω | Core product, interlocking edges |
| Border strip | Perimeter finish | Matches 5 mm tile height, ESD-conductive | Straight edge termination |
| Ramp edge profile | Trip-hazard elimination | Angled transition, 5 mm rise, ESD-conductive PVC | Forklift and trolley compatible |
| Earthing connector / stud | EPA ground bonding | Snap-in, <1 Ω ground bond resistance | IEC 61340-5-2, no adhesive |
| Corner piece | 90-degree perimeter finish | Matches tile and border dimensions | Completes modular layout |
Typical application areas: Electronics manufacturing and SMT assembly (IEC 61340-5-1, IPC-A-610), semiconductor fab and wafer handling (SEMI S1/S2), medical device production (ISO 13485), automotive electronics assembly (IATF 16949, VDA 6.3), aerospace MRO and avionics workstations (AS9100), laboratory and R&D EPA zones, incoming goods inspection and ESD-sensitive repair stations.