Glossary: Antistatic Bi-Component
An antistatic bi-component is a type of yarn commonly found in most commercial and household carpets. The term bi-component refers to the co-extrusion of two materials within the same yarn strand. The internal cross-section of the yarn contains carbon while the surrounding fibers are composed of standard insulative nylon. The bi-component yarn provides an overall reduction in static generation—not a path to ground. Because the outer nylon insulates the internal conductive element, bi-component yarns do not discharge or conduct static electricity.
Bi-component yarns help prevent static shocks due to static generation from walking on carpet. These yarns cannot be grounded and are not suitable for static control in areas where computers are used.
An antistatic bi-component is a type of yarn commonly found in most commercial and household carpets. The term bi-component refers to the co-extrusion of two materials within the same yarn strand. The internal cross-section of the yarn contains carbon while the surrounding fibers are composed of standard insulative nylon. The bi-component yarn provides an overall reduction in static generation—not a path to ground. Because the outer nylon insulates the internal conductive element, bi-component yarns do not discharge or conduct static electricity.
Bi-component yarns help prevent static shocks due to static generation from walking on carpet. These yarns cannot be grounded and are not suitable for static control in areas where computers are used.
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