FAQ: What are some examples of ESD?

The shock you feel when you walk across a carpeted floor or remove clingy laundry from the dryer are examples of electrostatic discharge. To feel ESD the charge must be at least 2000 – 3000 volts. The same type of discharge can damage or destroy electronic components, but at voltages as low as 500, 100, or even 10 volts, depending on sensitivity. ESD that harms electronics is an invisible phenomenon – you cannot see, feel or hear the discharge, so you never know you had an ESD problem until your telephony equipment fails, calls are scrambled or dropped, sophisticated computers scramble data or lose GPS signals, electronics fail in the field, or a host of other problems resulting from compromised internal circuitry.

Twitter
LinkedIn
Facebook
Reddit
Pinterest
Email

More FAQs

Photo shows an ongoing ESD epoxy flooring installation.

What is ESD flooring?

ESD floors dissipate static safely, protecting electronics from accidental damage due to electrostatic discharge (ESD) events.

Read More
Image shows a sheet of yellow stickers with a caution about electrostatic sensitive devices.

What does ESD mean?

ESD stands for electrostatic discharge. Minute ESD events, too small for humans to perceive, can damage electronic components.

Read More
Photo shows a circuit board with sparks between two components.

How can you prevent ESD?

Preventing ESD requires a well-thought-out ESD prevention program. What is required will be dependent on the application and environment.

Read More
Photo is of panelled wood flooring.

Is wood antistatic?

No, wood is not antistatic. You can learn which materials are antistatic and which are not by looking at our Triboelectric chart.

Read More
Image is an array of gray 3D question marks.

What are ESD guidelines?

Because different applications require different specifications for static control, ESD guidelines, or standards, vary across industries.

Read More
Play Video

StaticWorx high-performance static-control floors protect electronic components, explosives, and high-speed computers from damage caused by static electricity. ESD flooring is part of a system. Choices should always be based on objective, researched evidence. When you partner with us, we look at all possible items that may need to integrate with the floor, and, focusing on your goals and objectives, help you find the right floor for your application.