ESD and Static Control, Protection, Supplies and Products

Fred Tenzer on Continuous Monitor History and Preference

Desco January 22, 2013 0

By Fred Tenzer There are essentially two types of technologies used for monitoring operator wrist straps: Single-Wire Impedance or Dual-Wire Resistance Monitors. Both technologies monitor the function of an operator’s wrist strap, but it is important to understand how these technologies work and the shortcomings of each. Here is some basic historical information on the…

Introducing the Desco Mini Zero Volt Monitor

Desco December 19, 2011 0

The Mini Zero Volt Monitor (ZVM) is the first single station dual-wire continuous monitor from Desco. It continuously monitors the ground integrity and charge generation of one operator as well as the ground integrity for one ESD worksurface and one optional tool. Desco continuous monitors eliminate the need for periodic testing and record keeping of…

Dual Wire Continuous Monitors