FR2103 ESD Marker

ESD Marker – Description

An ESD Marker is a specially designed marker pen used in electrostatic discharge (ESD)-sensitive environments. It is built with static-dissipative or conductive materials to ensure that no static charge is generated during use. These markers are essential for marking or writing on surfaces in cleanrooms, electronics manufacturing, and other environments where static control is crucial to protect sensitive equipment and components from ESD damage.

Key Features

• ESD-safe ink: The ink used in ESD markers is typically formulated to be static-dissipative, reducing the risk of static build-up when the marker is applied to surfaces

• Conductive materials: The marker body itself is made from static-dissipative or conductive materials to prevent static discharge during handling

• Durable and smudge-resistant: Designed to be resistant to fading or smearing, ensuring that markings stay visible even in high-moisture or high-traffic areas

• Precise and clear marking: Provides sharp, clean lines for clear visibility of markings, such as on PCBs, components, or workstations

• Quick-drying: Typically dries quickly to reduce smudging or smearing during handling

• Variety of colors: Available in different colors (e.g., black, red, blue) to suit different identification needs or application areas

Common Applications

• Electronics manufacturing: Marking PCB boards, electronic components, or assembly lines where static-sensitive items are handled

• Cleanrooms: Used for labeling equipment, containers, or documents in controlled environments where contamination and static are concerns

• Inspection and testing areas: For marking inspection results, assembly steps, or areas of focus during quality control processes

• Storage and organization: Marking storage bins, tools, and equipment in ESD-sensitive zones to prevent mishandling or static interference

• Packaging areas: Writing on static shielding bags, ESD-safe trays, or boxes to identify contents and ensure safe handling

Benefits

• Prevents electrostatic discharge: The ESD-safe construction prevents static buildup, which can damage sensitive electronic components or devices

• Helps maintain static-controlled environments: By using ESD markers, workers can avoid introducing harmful static charges into cleanrooms or ESD-controlled areas (EPAs)

• Clear, durable markings: Provides long-lasting and readable marks that stay intact throughout production, testing, and packaging processes

• Improved organization and identification: Enhances organization by allowing workers to clearly identify components, equipment, and materials in static-sensitive areas

• Compliant with ESD standards: Meets the requirements for ESD safety in accordance with ANSI/ESD S20.20 and other ESD control guidelines