What are the ESD Glove standards?
ESD gloves are specialized gloves that protect against static and electrostatic discharge (ESD). They are made with specialized materials that prevent the build-up of static electricity, which can cause damage to sensitive equipment. ESD gloves are essential for workers who handle sensitive electronic equipment such as in the electronics, medical, automotive, and semiconductor industries. But how do you know if your ESD gloves meet the required standards and regulations for your industry and application? In this article, we will explain what standards and regulations ESD gloves comply to and why they matter for your safety and quality.
What are the Common Standards and Regulations for ESD Gloves?
There are various standards and regulations for ESD gloves that apply to different industries, applications, and regions. Some of the common standards and regulations for ESD gloves are:
- ANSI/ESD S20.20:ANSI/ESD S20.20 is a standard that specifies the requirements for an ESD control program for organizations that handle, process, or assemble electrostatic-sensitive devices. ANSI/ESD S20.20 covers the design, implementation, and maintenance of an ESD control program, including the selection, use, and testing of ESD protective equipment, such as ESD gloves.
- EN 16350:EN 16350 is a standard that specifies the test methods and performance requirements for protective gloves against electrostatic risks. EN 16350 covers the measurement of the surface resistance, the static decay time, and the resistance to the ground of protective gloves, as well as the classification of the gloves according to their anti-static performance.
- IEC 61340:
IEC 61340 is a series of standards that specify the general requirements and test methods for the protection of electronic devices from electrostatic phenomena. IEC 61340 covers the principles, definitions, and terminology of electrostatics, as well as the measurement techniques, evaluation methods, and control procedures for electrostatic discharge, electrostatic fields, and triboelectric charging.
Why It Matters to Comply with Standards and Regulations for ESD Gloves
Complying with standards and regulations for ESD gloves is important for several reasons, such as:
- Quality: Complying with standards and regulations for ESD gloves can ensure the quality and reliability of products from damage or degradation that can result from static electricity. It can also prevent contamination from electrostatic attraction that can result from dust, dirt and oils.
- Efficiency: Complying with standards and regulations for ESD gloves can improve the efficiency and productivity of work by reducing the need for rework, repair, or replacement of damaged or defective products.
- Compliance: Complying with standards and regulations for ESD gloves can also reduce the risk of non-compliance, which can result in fines, penalties, or loss of reputation.
- Safety: Complying with standards and regulations for ESD gloves can ensure the safety of workers and products from the harmful effects of static electricity, such as electric shocks, sparks, fires, and explosions.
Conclusion
ESD gloves are specialized gloves that protect workers from static electrical discharges. ESD gloves are a smart and simple way to protect yourself and your products from static electricity.
Complying with standards and regulations for ESD gloves can ensure the safety, quality, and efficiency of ESD gloves and the products and workers they protect. Visit the www.esda.org for more information on USA standards and the www.en-standard.eu for European standards.
Transforming Technologies has a variety of ESD Gloves to consider. Call us at 419-841-9552 for more information on our ESD Gloves or visit our Contact Us page. You can request samples and testing data to help make your gloves decision.
We supply the following ESD Gloves for Static Protection: