Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is the sudden and momentary electric current that flows between two objects at different electrical potentials caused by direct contact or induced by an electrostatic field. The term is usually used in the electronics and other industries to describe momentary unwantedcurrents that may cause damage to electronic equipment.
ESD is a serious issue in electronics, suchas integrated circuits. Integrated circuits are made from semiconductor materials such as silicon and insulating materials like silicon dioxide. Either of these materials can suffer permanent damage when subjected to high voltages; as a result, there are now a number of antistatic devices that helpprevent static build up.
Practical Tools offers acomplete line of ESD equipment and devices to help eliminate or control ESD events. Practical can provide workstation monitors, grounding equipment, mats, flooring, heel straps, wrist straps, ionization along with diagnostic and instrumentation equipment. Practical Tools offer ESD products and services from 3M, Botron and Credence Technologies. Below is a list of topics that Practical Tools representatives can offer expert advice and guidance on. Please call Practical Tools at 1-866-434-7561 or Visit Our website www.practicaltool.com and online store at www.practicaltool.com/category
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