# Uncategorized **URL:** https://forum.esda.org/c/uncategorized/1.md [Latest](https://forum.esda.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.esda.org/categories.md) --- ## [ESD Floor Tiles decay test](https://forum.esda.org/t/esd-floor-tiles-decay-test/1494)
**Author:** [@RAVINDRAN](https://forum.esda.org/u/RAVINDRAN)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 8:15pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/esd-floor-tiles-decay-test/1494 "2026-09-16T20:15:41Z")
Dear John, What is the test method to perform decay on conductive vinyl tiles? --- ## [Advice on achieving CDM \< 100V](https://forum.esda.org/t/advice-on-achieving-cdm-100v/1485)
**Author:** [@okjack](https://forum.esda.org/u/okjack)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 12:17pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/advice-on-achieving-cdm-100v/1485 "2026-09-09T12:17:02Z")
Hello everyone I am currently working on a design that requires the CDM (Charged Device Model) ESD level to be kept within 100V. Could you please share your recommendations on what measures are most effective to achiev… --- ## [Discussion on the Differences in Testing Epoxy Resin Flooring Using Different Electrodes](https://forum.esda.org/t/discussion-on-the-differences-in-testing-epoxy-resin-flooring-using-different-electrodes/1440)
**Author:** [@tingjunyang](https://forum.esda.org/u/tingjunyang)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 6:10pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/discussion-on-the-differences-in-testing-epoxy-resin-flooring-using-different-electrodes/1440 "2026-09-08T18:10:01Z")
Today I observed an unusual phenomenon. Our company uses epoxy resin flooring throughout the building. On the second floor, when using a rough‑textured conductive rubber base electrode , the resistance measurements are c… --- ## [The seat conformity verification can involve personnel sitting on it and being tested using the force of their own gravity](https://forum.esda.org/t/the-seat-conformity-verification-can-involve-personnel-sitting-on-it-and-being-tested-using-the-force-of-their-own-gravity/1447)
**Author:** [@YANGYANG](https://forum.esda.org/u/YANGYANG)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2026, 3:11am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/the-seat-conformity-verification-can-involve-personnel-sitting-on-it-and-being-tested-using-the-force-of-their-own-gravity/1447 "2026-09-07T03:11:30Z")
Dear experts， In our company’s workplace, adjustable seats were used. When the electrodes were placed normally, the impedance test between the seat and the ground failed. However, when people sat on the seat with a heav… --- ## [Question on System Resistance Control for Anti‑Static Finger Cots](https://forum.esda.org/t/question-on-system-resistance-control-for-anti-static-finger-cots/1450)
**Author:** [@qinzirong](https://forum.esda.org/u/qinzirong)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2026, 6:19am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/question-on-system-resistance-control-for-anti-static-finger-cots/1450 "2026-08-21T06:19:16Z")
Our company is an enterprise engaged in SMT and assembly processing of electronic products. For standing operators in the workshop, static charge is dissipated via the anti‑static shoe‑floor system without wrist straps b… --- ## [How Are You Managing Facility Compliance Across Multiple Locations?](https://forum.esda.org/t/how-are-you-managing-facility-compliance-across-multiple-locations/1435)
**Author:** [@dagoberto](https://forum.esda.org/u/dagoberto)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2026, 1:21pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/how-are-you-managing-facility-compliance-across-multiple-locations/1435 "2026-08-14T13:21:38Z")
We’re reviewing different approaches to facility compliance management, especially in environments where ESD protection, safety procedures, inspections, and regular audits are critical. For organizations operating multi… --- ## [Query Regarding CDM Requirements](https://forum.esda.org/t/query-regarding-cdm-requirements/1422)
**Author:** [@SarbanR](https://forum.esda.org/u/SarbanR)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2026, 9:09pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/query-regarding-cdm-requirements/1422 "2026-08-13T21:09:11Z")
Hello Experts, Greetings! I have a few questions regarding the revised CDM requirement and would appreciate your help in clearing my doubts. Our customer has revised the CDM requirement from \<200V to \<50 V considerin… --- ## [Grounding/Equipotential Bonding Requirements](https://forum.esda.org/t/grounding-equipotential-bonding-requirements/1407)
**Author:** [@Sameer](https://forum.esda.org/u/Sameer)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 2:25pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/grounding-equipotential-bonding-requirements/1407 "2026-08-04T14:25:39Z")
Dear all: My company is located in China. In our company, for each piece of equipment, in addition to requiring electrical grounding, an extra static grounding connection is also necessary. In this background, I have so… --- ## [Walking voltage of the human body](https://forum.esda.org/t/walking-voltage-of-the-human-body/1424)
**Author:** [@Sameer](https://forum.esda.org/u/Sameer)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2026, 2:32pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/walking-voltage-of-the-human-body/1424 "2026-08-03T14:32:34Z")
Hello everyone, I have a question regarding the walking voltage of the human body. The surface resistance and grounding resistance of our EPA floor meet the ESD standards, and the personnel shoes also meet the requiremen… --- ## [Assembly/Progressive Line ESD Controls](https://forum.esda.org/t/assembly-progressive-line-esd-controls/1408)
**Author:** [@Zanderson](https://forum.esda.org/u/Zanderson)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2026, 6:01am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/assembly-progressive-line-esd-controls/1408 "2026-07-27T06:01:56Z")
Hi, On our progressive line we have Continuous Monitors for personel grounding but no clear way to ensure the ESDS is properly grounded. We have an ESD safe build plate (made from UHMW) but it’s not grounded with a wire… --- ## [Ventiladores en areas](https://forum.esda.org/t/ventiladores-en-areas/1405)
**Author:** [@Jgarcia4](https://forum.esda.org/u/Jgarcia4)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2026, 11:22am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/ventiladores-en-areas/1405 "2026-07-11T11:22:19Z")
Greetings everyone. Fans have been installed at ground level throughout the plant, positioned 1.5 meters away from electrostatic discharge (ESD) sensitive components, including SMT lines, due to the excessive heat in th… --- ## [ESD-Compliant Anti-Static Trash Bin](https://forum.esda.org/t/esd-compliant-anti-static-trash-bin/1389)
**Author:** [@huichen](https://forum.esda.org/u/huichen)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2026, 7:40am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/esd-compliant-anti-static-trash-bin/1389 "2026-06-30T07:40:55Z")
Our EPA area requires trash bins made of anti-static material with lids. However, insulating garbage bags will be placed inside the bins. Since our floor is grounded, I have assessed that this method is acceptable as lon… --- ## [Is it appropriate to use this logo in the EPA area?](https://forum.esda.org/t/is-it-appropriate-to-use-this-logo-in-the-epa-area/1352)
**Author:** [@tingjunyang](https://forum.esda.org/u/tingjunyang)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2026, 8:15am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/is-it-appropriate-to-use-this-logo-in-the-epa-area/1352 "2026-06-26T08:15:15Z")
Is it appropriate to use this logo in the EPA area? Should the ESD protection symbol be applied? --- ## [Heating platform is used for preheating equipment in production process](https://forum.esda.org/t/heating-platform-is-used-for-preheating-equipment-in-production-process/1371)
**Author:** [@Frank168](https://forum.esda.org/u/Frank168)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2026, 2:00pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/heating-platform-is-used-for-preheating-equipment-in-production-process/1371 "2026-05-14T14:00:28Z")
Hello, please ask a professional question. For preheating equipment in the production process, such as heating platform, do you need product qualification when purchasing the heating? At present, no relevant clauses are … --- ## [Footwear SD10 Certification//STM 9.1 Product Qual](https://forum.esda.org/t/footwear-sd10-certification-stm-9-1-product-qual/1325)
**Author:** [@SantiagoE](https://forum.esda.org/u/SantiagoE)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2026, 2:33pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/footwear-sd10-certification-stm-9-1-product-qual/1325 "2026-04-21T14:33:52Z")
Hello, I’d like to know if we can use footwear with SD10 Static Dissipative certification, or how can we link Footwear Product Qualification for Footwear (STM 9.1) with SD10? Can it be tailored based on the Footwear/Fl… --- ## [Hello experts,I recall seeing an evaluation of compliance testing frequency in a certain standard. May I ask in which standard this description can be found?](https://forum.esda.org/t/hello-experts-i-recall-seeing-an-evaluation-of-compliance-testing-frequency-in-a-certain-standard-may-i-ask-in-which-standard-this-description-can-be-found/1350)
**Author:** [@tingjunyang](https://forum.esda.org/u/tingjunyang)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2026, 9:49am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/hello-experts-i-recall-seeing-an-evaluation-of-compliance-testing-frequency-in-a-certain-standard-may-i-ask-in-which-standard-this-description-can-be-found/1350 "2026-04-13T09:49:53Z")
Hello experts,I recall seeing an evaluation of compliance testing frequency in a certain standard. May I ask in which standard this description can be found? --- ## [Ionization TR53](https://forum.esda.org/t/ionization-tr53/1330)
**Author:** [@SantiagoE](https://forum.esda.org/u/SantiagoE)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2026, 1:27am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/ionization-tr53/1330 "2026-03-05T01:27:26Z")
Hello, For 7.3.11 Ionization in TR53 Do I have to comply with 7.3.11.1 (Discharge Time) and 7.3.11.2 (Offset Voltage) or only one out of the two? Thank you. --- ## [ANSI/ESD STM 97.1 Test 6.2 vs 6.3](https://forum.esda.org/t/ansi-esd-stm-97-1-test-6-2-vs-6-3/1322)
**Author:** [@SantiagoE](https://forum.esda.org/u/SantiagoE)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2026, 4:41pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/ansi-esd-stm-97-1-test-6-2-vs-6-3/1322 "2026-02-20T16:41:02Z")
Hello Team, The 97.1 basically splits in 3 parts: 6.1 Test Procedures – Qualification Testing Using a Flooring Sample With Footwear 6.2 Test Procedures – Qualification Testing for New Footwear on a Previously Qualifi… --- ## [Question for ANSI/ESD STM 97.1 Test](https://forum.esda.org/t/question-for-ansi-esd-stm-97-1-test/1321)
**Author:** [@SantiagoE](https://forum.esda.org/u/SantiagoE)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2026, 12:02am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/question-for-ansi-esd-stm-97-1-test/1321 "2026-02-19T00:02:10Z")
Hello team, Does the ANSI/ESD STM 97.1 (Product qualification for Footwear/Flooring system) could be performed by myself?, Do I count as Internal lab. eval? or what are the requirements for that? (I’m part of my own or… --- ## [ANSI/ESD STM 97.1 Temp and Humidity](https://forum.esda.org/t/ansi-esd-stm-97-1-temp-and-humidity/1323)
**Author:** [@SantiagoE](https://forum.esda.org/u/SantiagoE)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2026, 8:54pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/ansi-esd-stm-97-1-temp-and-humidity/1323 "2026-02-18T20:54:29Z")
Hello Team Small question: In 97.1 the standard calls out for this requirement: Also, in the same standard, it calls out for this requirement: and same here: Could you please help me understanding what’s the m… --- ## [Approval testing for STM 4.1 mobile workbench](https://forum.esda.org/t/approval-testing-for-stm-4-1-mobile-workbench/1297)
**Author:** [@Frank168](https://forum.esda.org/u/Frank168)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2026, 12:27pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/approval-testing-for-stm-4-1-mobile-workbench/1297 "2026-02-01T12:27:32Z")
Hello, experts： Regarding the STM4.1 standard, there are several issues that require technical support from experts: The low and medium humidity storage specified in 6.5.2 and 6.5.3 define a storage time of at least 72… --- ## [Grounding/Equipotential Bonding System NEC 230-95](https://forum.esda.org/t/grounding-equipotential-bonding-system-nec-230-95/1307)
**Author:** [@SantiagoE](https://forum.esda.org/u/SantiagoE)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2026, 11:45pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/grounding-equipotential-bonding-system-nec-230-95/1307 "2026-01-28T23:45:18Z")
Since my factory has a grounding system based on NEC 230-95, I have this statement, could you confirm? (I just want to add that in my procedure, since it’s the grounding logic): In accordance with NEC 230.95, the facili… --- ## [HI-POT Test and ESD protection](https://forum.esda.org/t/hi-pot-test-and-esd-protection/1117)
**Author:** [@i3chzlive](https://forum.esda.org/u/i3chzlive)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2026, 4:32pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/hi-pot-test-and-esd-protection/1117 "2026-01-23T16:32:45Z")
Hi, ESD experts. I have a doubt regarding to Hi-pot tests and ESD protection. When a ESDS device is tested in this kind of test, there should exist ESD control strategies/items? For example, I have an e-motor device tha… --- ## [How much does Hardware effect grounding?](https://forum.esda.org/t/how-much-does-hardware-effect-grounding/1298)
**Author:** [@Zanderson](https://forum.esda.org/u/Zanderson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2026, 1:59pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/how-much-does-hardware-effect-grounding/1298 "2026-01-20T13:59:30Z")
Does the type of hardware used effect ground connections? I’m assuming it does but not sure to what extent and if we need to purchase specialized hardware. After doing some testing of current materials, carts, and exper… --- ## [Resistance to Groundable point measurement](https://forum.esda.org/t/resistance-to-groundable-point-measurement/1258)
**Author:** [@ESDspatel](https://forum.esda.org/u/ESDspatel)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2026, 2:38pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/resistance-to-groundable-point-measurement/1258 "2026-01-13T14:38:29Z")
I am getting resistance to groundable point measurement is too high. what could be the reason for this? --- ## [How to keep operators grounded while seated in a cleanroom environment](https://forum.esda.org/t/how-to-keep-operators-grounded-while-seated-in-a-cleanroom-environment/1263)
**Author:** [@Seon](https://forum.esda.org/u/Seon)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2025, 1:23pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/how-to-keep-operators-grounded-while-seated-in-a-cleanroom-environment/1263 "2025-11-21T13:23:10Z")
We have a cleanroom where operators work in a seated position and must remain grounded. However, wrist straps require direct skin contact, which would expose skin inside the cleanroom and violate protocol. How can operat… --- ## [ESD Tape (product qual?)](https://forum.esda.org/t/esd-tape-product-qual/1151)
**Author:** [@SantiagoE](https://forum.esda.org/u/SantiagoE)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2025, 4:10am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/esd-tape-product-qual/1151 "2025-07-23T04:10:16Z")
Is it possible that any company defines their own product qualification for ESD safe-tape? why isn’t there a reference in the ESD 20.20? I’m confused since there is a valid reference: ESD ADV11.2 Annex H. Could someone e… --- ## [Best Practices for ESD Control in Mixed-Environment Workspaces](https://forum.esda.org/t/best-practices-for-esd-control-in-mixed-environment-workspaces/914)
**Author:** [@romie090](https://forum.esda.org/u/romie090)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2025, 6:58am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/best-practices-for-esd-control-in-mixed-environment-workspaces/914 "2025-06-09T06:58:26Z")
Hello everyone, I hope this post finds you well. I’ve recently encountered some challenges while managing ESD control in a mixed-environment workspace and would greatly appreciate the community’s insights and advice. T… --- ## [ESD Lotion - need?](https://forum.esda.org/t/esd-lotion-need/1086)
**Author:** [@SantiagoE](https://forum.esda.org/u/SantiagoE)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2025, 10:00pm UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/esd-lotion-need/1086 "2025-06-04T22:00:19Z")
What is the need of ESD lotion?, Can we use only regular moisture lotion? --- ## [User experience with ESD shirts wear](https://forum.esda.org/t/user-experience-with-esd-shirts-wear/1104)
**Author:** [@ClaudiaB](https://forum.esda.org/u/ClaudiaB)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2025, 5:55am UTC](https://forum.esda.org/t/user-experience-with-esd-shirts-wear/1104 "2025-05-13T05:55:51Z")
Hello, We are in discussion to adopt the ESD concept in our factory, and the blocking point is the use of ESD shirts vs. cotton shirts. The main concern of our management is whether the carbon fibers from the ESD shirts… [Next page](https://forum.esda.org/c/uncategorized/1.md?page=1)