ESD Essentials in the Cleanroom
When working with electronics and semiconductor components in a cleanroom environment, electrostatic discharge (ESD) is a very real threat. Everything from dry HEPA filtration to mobile processes to people moving can cause static charges. Having the right ESD supplies, grounded equipment, safe tools, humidity control, antistatic flooring, and grounded furniture is essential for every sensitive cleanroom. Today, the pros at Medco Supplies take on three essential electrostatic discharges at the source.
Shoes
Unprotected shoes moving on floors can cause a buildup of static charges. These charges can wreak havoc on sensitive electronics and semiconductors. Installing static dissipative flooring is an essential first step, but more needs to be done. Employees must wear conductive shoe covers, boots or heel grounders to keep the static away.
Hands
Moving hands in the cleanroom can cause a buildup of damaging static. Dissipative materials worked into gloves can make all the difference. ESD safe stretch nylon gloves offer the comfort of knit with static control properties. They are also available with dots for better grip. Cleanroom vinyl gloves carry an extremely low static charge and are thin enough for tactile sensitivity. Cleanroom nitrile gloves utilize nitrile’s natural anti-static properties for a popular, latex-free glove solution.
For less coverage but full static dissipation, ESD-safe finger cots are an excellent choice. Finally, our comfortable ESD wrist straps provide dependable grounding protection to eliminate static buildup.
Clean Up
Using the wrong cloths for cleanup of spills and splashes can result in static charges. Polyester ESD safe wipers are made from continuous filament micro denier, nonwoven blend of 90/10 poly/pulp. Interwoven with static dissipative fibers, these wipes are made to control electrostatic discharge. Compatible with Class 1 Cleanrooms, these wipes are an essential cleanroom supply.
Get your ESD supplies in bulk today
Running out of ESD-safe supplies is a real problem in cleanrooms. Simplify the procurement process by contacting us today and getting a quote on bulk supplies like shoe covers, gloves, finger cots, and wipers. Our convenient Product Data Sheets located on each website page can quickly let you know what cleanroom classification is qualified for each product.
