A Primer on Electro-Static Discharge Teledyne API M701H High Performance Zero Air Generator
8-8 06712B (DCN5875)
DO NOT use pink-poly bags.
NEVER allow any standard plastic packaging materials to touch the
electronic component/assembly directly.
This includes, but is not limited to, plastic bubble-pack, Styrofoam
peanuts, open cell foam, closed cell foam, and adhesive tape.
DO NOT use standard adhesive tape as a sealer. Use ONLY anti-ESD
tape.
1. Opening the outer shipping box away from the anti-ESD work area.
2. Carry the still sealed ant-ESD bag, tube or bin to the anti-ESD work area.
3. Follow steps 6 and 7 of Section 8.5.3 above when opening the anti-ESD container at the work
station.
4. Reserve the anti-ESD container or bag to use when packing electronic components or assemblies to
be returned to Teledyne API.
1. Never carry the component or assembly without placing it in an anti-ESD bag or bin.
2. Before using the bag or container allow any surface charges on it to dissipate:
If you are at the instrument rack, hold the bag in one hand while your wrist strap is connected to a
ground point.
If you are at an anti-ESD workbench, lay the container down on the conductive work surface.
In either case wait several seconds.
3. Place the item in the container.
4. Seal the container. If using a bag, fold the end over and fastening it with anti-ESD tape.
Folding the open end over isolates the component(s) inside from the effects of static fields.
Leaving the bag open or simply stapling it shut without folding it closed prevents the bag from
forming a complete protective envelope around the device.
NOTE
If you do not already have an adequate supply of anti-ESD bags or containers available,
Teledyne API’s Customer Service department will supply them. Follow the instructions
listed above for working at the instrument rack and workstation.