ESD Bags

Is the Same ESD Protection Needed Inside and Outside the EPA?

Desco April 30, 2026 0

Handling ESDS Items: Why ESD Requirements May Change Inside vs. Outside the EPAElectrostatic discharge (ESD) control is not a single action—it is a system. One of the most important (and often misunderstood) transitions in that system occurs when an Electrostatic Discharge Sensitive (ESDS) item crosses the boundary of an Electrostatic Protected Area (EPA). Inside the…

Preventing Corrosion with VpCI-125 HP Bags

Desco October 26, 2023 0

Electronic devices are present everywhere and device failures happens everyday. The reliability of electronic products can be greatly impacted by corrosion. Corrosion on electronic components can result in poor electrical contact and possible failure of those electronic components. The new VpCI-125 HP bags offered by Desco are designed to provide packaging for ESD sensitive contents…

ESD Packaging Shelf Life

Desco April 3, 2023 2

What is the Expected Shelf Life of ESD Control Bags? There are many ways to manufacture an ESD shielding bag with low charging properties on the inner and outer layers. This is the first factor to consider. Some processes achieve shielding values via a buried metal layer. The metal layer is laminated between two layers…

Creating a Dry ESD Package

Desco April 15, 2022 0

If you need to avoid baking your surface mount devices (SMD) before solder reflow, storing them in proper dry packaging will be required. A dry package typically consists of three components; an MBB, desiccant, and humidity indicator card (HIC). To determine how dry the package should be, you need to determine your MSL (moisture sensitivity…

How to Create a New ESD Protected Area (EPA) from Scratch

Desco October 26, 2017 0

Setting up a new ESD Protected Area (EPA) can be a little daunting, especially if you are unfamiliar or relatively new to the concept of ESD Control. It would be nice to have a blue print for establishing an EPA, but in truth there is no exact formula as everyone’s situation is different. However, there…

How to Create an ESD Compliance Verification Plan

Desco September 15, 2017 0

Each component in an ESD protected area (EPA) plays a vital part in the fight against electrostatic discharge (ESD). If just one component is not performing correctly, you could harm your ESD sensitive devices, potentially costing your company a lot of money. The problem with many ESD protective products is that you can’t always see…

Desco 81705 Series Bags Qualified to MIL-PRF-81705E Type III, Class 2

Desco March 10, 2017 0

DESCO now manufactures a series of bags which are qualified to MIL-PRF-81705E Type III, Class 2. These products are on the Qualified Product Listing under the Defense Standardization Program. Check our listing HERE. Standard stock bags are converted per MIL-DTL-117H. For standard sizes and further see the product pages HERE. The DESCO 81705 bags are…

Static Shielding Bags vs Pink Poly Bags

Desco August 25, 2016 0

Watch our video on Static Shielding Bags vs Pink Poly Bags.

11 Steps to Establishing an ESD Control Plan

Desco September 22, 2015 0

1. Define what you are trying to protect. What is the Human-Body Model (HBM) withstand voltage of the most sensitive item? A prerequisite of ESD control is the accurate and consistent identification of ESD susceptible items. Some companies assume that all electronic components are ESD susceptible. However, others write their ESD control plan based on…

Moisture Barrier Bags – Market Comparison

Desco October 10, 2013 0

Desco offers a number of standard sized Statshield® Moisture Barrier Bags. We always recommend evaluating our product to ensure it meets your requirements. We will gladly provide samples for your evaluation; just fill out a request here. 3M Series Statshield® Moisture Barrier Bags Series Drawing/Specs 3M 2000 3.5 mil #13806 3M 2700 6.5 mil #13760…