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Electrostatic discharge
Preventing electrostatic discharge
ecautions you need to follow when setting up the
inger or other conductor may damage
s ste ge may reduce the life expectancy of the
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Grounding methods to prevent electrostatic
of the following methods when handling or
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ted by a ground cord to a grounded workstation or computer chassis. Wrist
imum of 1 megohm
±10 percent resistance in the ground cords.
ar the strap snug against the skin.
r boot straps at standing workstations. Wear the straps on both feet
floors or dissipating floor mats.
ng static-dissipating work mat.
d equipment for proper grounding, have an authorized reseller
To prevent damaging the system, be aware of the pr
system or handling parts. A discharge of static electricity from a f
y m boards or other static-sensitive devices. This type of dama
To prevent electrostatic damage:
Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in static-safe containers.
Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at static-free workstations.
ce parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their containers.
Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.
• Always be properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive compone
discharge
Several methods are used for grounding. Use one or more
ins lling electrostatic-sensitive parts:
• Use a wrist strap connec
straps are flexible straps with a min
To provide proper ground, we
• Use heel straps, toe straps, o
when standing on conductive
• Use conductive field service tools.
• Use a portable field service kit with a foldi
If you do not have any of the suggeste
install the part.
For more information on static electricity or assistance with product installation, contact an authorized
reseller.
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