PCB frames - TEC

PCB holders and printed circuit board frames provide controlled, ESD-safe storage and handling of populated and unpopulated boards during assembly, testing, and logistics. Purpose-designed frames maintain a surface resistance of 10⁵-10⁹ Ω in accordance with IEC 61340-5-1, preventing electrostatic discharge events that can cause latent or catastrophic damage to sensitive components. Rigid frame geometries support boards without contact to component-side solder joints, reducing mechanical stress and warpage during transport between workstations.

esd.equipment supplies 7 stocked PCB frame references across conductive and dissipative material classes, fully compliant with IEC 61340-5-1 and DIN EN 61340-5-2. Products are sourced from established ESD storage specialists and are suitable for integration into EPA-certified workstation environments, magazine racks, and automated SMT logistics lines.

Typical application areas: SMT electronics assembly (IPC-A-610, IEC 61340-5-1), PCB inspection and test handling (IPC-7711/7721), semiconductor back-end packaging (SEMI S1/S2), medical device manufacturing (ISO 13485), automotive electronics production (IATF 16949, VDA 6.3), aerospace PCB logistics (AS9100)