{"id":4715,"date":"2021-07-21T07:43:00","date_gmt":"2021-07-21T07:43:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ultimakerstage.wpengine.com\/learn\/"},"modified":"2023-05-19T09:21:30","modified_gmt":"2023-05-19T09:21:30","slug":"esd-safe-materials-a-beginners-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ultimaker.com\/de\/learn\/esd-safe-materials-a-beginners-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"ESD-safe materials: A beginner\u2019s guide"},"content":{"rendered":"
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ESD-safe materials: A beginner\u2019s guide <\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is commonly known as \u201cstatic electricity.\u201d These discharges occur when an electric charge is built up then transferred to another object, often accompanied by a visible spark. This can cause product defects or lead to unsafe circumstances.<\/p><\/div>\n

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Why are ESD-safe materials important? <\/h2>\n

Because ESD-safe materials reduce the discharge of static electricity, they can prevent damage to products. Should ESD occur during a production or manufacturing process, there lies the potential for costly delays or repairs. Creating ESD-safe areas \u2013\u202feither by taking precautionary measures or by using materials that are themselves ESD-safe \u2013\u202fcan save time and money, as well as increase the efficiency of workflows and operations. <\/p>\n

Where are ESD-safe materials commonly used? <\/h2>\n

ESD-safe materials are predominantly used in the manufacturing of electronics. In such an environment, where sometimes thousands of electronics are created each day, custom jigs, tools, and fixtures are often required, each serving a specific purpose in a specific device\u2019s or component\u2019s creation. <\/p>\n

Thomas Collet, head of 3D Printing Materials at LEHVOSS Group, adds:<\/p>\n

[Additionally], housing, and jigs and fixtures used in labs need to be ESD-safe. There are really quite a few applications for which ESD-safe materials are appropriate.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

When printed with ESD-safe material, parts can be used safely and without worry, ensuring that your results are quality, on-time, and cost-effective.<\/p><\/section>\n

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‚ESD-safe‘ refers to materials that reduce the discharge of static electricity<\/div><\/div>\n

What else should you know about ESD-safe materials? <\/h2>\n