Electrostatic Discharge
1C7836 – February 1996
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Section 1: Electrostatic Discharge
Overview
ESD — electrostatic discharge — is a primary source of:
• product downtime
• lost productivity
• costly repairs
While one cannot feel a static charge of less than 3,500 volts, as few as 30 volts can damage or destroy
essential components in electronic equipment.
Preventive Measures
• Always look for an ESD warning label before doing any procedure involving static-sensitive
components such as CIRCUIT BOARDS. All static-sensitive components are marked with bright
graphic labels, which frequently include instructions. Follow all label instructions.
• Wear a grounding strap when handling static-sensitive components. Always make certain that the
clip remains attached to a properly grounded, unpainted, clean surface.
• Repair static-sensitive components at an ESD-protected work station or use a portable grounding
mat. For help in setting up an ESD-protected work station, contact your Kodak representative.
• When moving static-sensitive components from one area to another, insert and transport the
components in ESD-protective packaging. Transparent antistatic bags are available from a variety
of manufacturers and will help shield components from ESD damage.
