How to Protect PCBs from ESD Damage

ESD (Electro Static Discharge) is an invisible, silent killer for PCBs. Protecting your boards from ESD damage while they're in the factory and being shipped to you is something we take very seriously.  In today's episode we talk about what ESD is,how it damages your boards, and measures that should be taken to prevent this damage from occurring including what you can do at home.   Episode Links:ESD AssociationESD OverviewThe dangers of ESDWhat is a Faraday cage? Anti-static vs static shielding bagsUline Anti-static bagsVisual of microcircuit ESD damage The wormESD table matMat grounder Wrist strap groundersHeel strap groundersSmocksESD continuous monitorAffordable ESD mat kitESD gas station firepickplacepodcast.com

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The Pick, Place, Podcast is a show where we talk about electronics manufacturing and everything related to getting a circuit board into the world. Join hosts Chris Denney from Worthington and Melissa Hough from CircuitHub as they discuss the pcb assembly process, design tips that will make your manufacturer love you, and talk to industry guests.