ESD means: electrostatic discharge.
ESD stands for Electro-Static discharge. An electrostatic discharge is a discharge that occurs suddenly between two objects due to the accumulation of static electricity under poor grounding conditions. This discharge is usually caused by friction or electrostatic induction between the human body and related equipment, and is especially common in areas such as industrial production and electrical equipment manufacturing.
Electrostatic discharge on the human body and equipment will cause damage, such as induction, burn circuit and so on. In order to prevent and control electrostatic discharge, you can use electrostatic avoidance equipment, such as electrostatic anti-interference film, gloves, anti-static shoes, anti-static zones, etc., these devices are collectively referred to as the ESD (electrostatic protection equipment), can effectively prevent electrostatic caused by a variety of damages and failures.
ESD protection applications
ESD protection has been widely used in the electronics, semiconductor, communications, medical, defense, automotive, fireworks, food and petrochemical industries. In the electronics manufacturing industry, manufacturers need to develop standards and processes to ensure product quality and safety.
For example, in PCB board manufacturing, electrostatic discharges can cause electrical signals to interfere or damage resulting in equipment failure. In such cases, the use of ESD protective measures, such as wearing anti-static clothing and shoes, using anti-static gloves, and using workbenches with ground wires, can effectively protect personnel and equipment.
In the aerospace industry, the buildup of static electricity can lead to damage to electronic equipment. In such cases, the use of static avoidance equipment and static test instruments can ensure safe handling, storage and testing of equipment to ensure its quality and reliability.
In the food industry, electrostatic charges can attract fine food dust and generate sparks that can cause fires or explosions, so ESD protection measures are needed to eliminate electrostatic charges.