ESD and Static Control, Protection, Supplies and Products

What is the proper procedure for connecting the ESD ground to the building ground?

Desco March 14, 2012 0

“Any auxiliary grounds (water pipe, building frame, ground stake) present and used at the workstation must be bonded to the equipment ground.” A low resistance connector (such as metal wire) should be soldered or mechanically attached electrically connecting the building electrical system AC ground (Equipment Ground) to the Auxiliary Ground. ESD Handbook TR20.20 section 5.1.3…

Check Wiring of AC Electrical Outlets

Desco October 17, 2011 0

We do have a product that Desco recommends for field service work when an AC outlet (equipment ground) is available. The problem is that for grounding to work, the AC outlet needs to be wired correctly (hot, neutral, and ground). Improper wiring more frequently occurs with drop down cords and power strips; we have seldom…