"In today's world of electronics and technology there is inevitably a conflict with the phenomenon of "ESD" (electrostatic discharge). Many components, modules, plug-in cards etc. are highly sensitive to the electrical discharges in a daily routine which often happens unnoticed. These voltage surges can destroy or at least severely affect electronic assemblies – that is, a damaged component can work for a while before it can suffer the damage originally caused by ESD and possibly cause additional, expensive consequential damage.
An antistatic tool is a basic requirement for gentle mechanical and, above all, electrostatically safe cleaning. Manufactured from volume conductive plastic and equipped with antistatic brush bristles, these tools are optimally suitable for handling sensitive components and are indispensable in technology and service. The anti-static polyamide bristles and a volume resistance of the handles of approx. 10^5 Ohm ensure the avoidance or derivation of static charges.
Another very important feature is the conformity with the legal requirements of DIN EN 61340-5-1 (requirements for protection against electrostatic phenomena). This is the only way to ensure that the equipment also ensures that valuable components are protected from electric shocks. Ideal for service and maintenance, laboratories, schools and universities, computer and hobby systems, vehicle and mechatronics, Workshop, field service and any work in antistatic areas."
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