Accession Number:

ADA116954

Title:

ESD Protective Material and Equipment: A Critical Review

Descriptive Note:

State-of-the art rept.

Corporate Author:

RELIABILITY ANALYSIS CENTER GRIFFISS AFB NY

Personal Author(s):

• Fuqua, Norman B.

Report Date:

1982-04-01

Pagination or Media Count:

130.0

Abstract:

This document addresses those factors effecting the choice of optimum, cost effective materials and equipment to prevent electrostatic discharge ESD damage to sensitive electronic components and equipment. The approach is that of reviewing applicable data and discussing the relevant trade-off options. Section 1 address Wrist Straps Section 2, Protective Work Surfaces Section 3, Protective Packaging Section 4, Air Ionizers Section 5, Electrostatic Detectors, Voltmeters and Monitors Section 6, Conductive Floors, Floor Mats and Footwear Section 7, Garments and Clothing Section 8, Topical Antistats Section 9, Material and Equipment Test and Inspection Procedures Section 10 is a listing of the applicable references.

Descriptors:

• *ELECTROSTATICS
• *PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
• *STATIC DISCHARGERS
• CLOTHING
• CONDUCTIVITY
• ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
• FLOORS
• FOOTWEAR
• MATERIALS
• MATS
• MONITORS
• PACKAGING
• STATE OF THE ART
• VOLTMETERS

Subject Categories:

• Electricity and Magnetism
• Protective Equipment

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE