We all need to be aware of the dangers that face electronic components. Electrostatic discharge can cause a component to fail immediately, or shorten the component's life by damaging it. I found an interesting article (click here to read about an unusual ESD accident) about a mine worker who was actually hurt by electrostatic discharge. Although you and I have little to worry about bodily injury from ESD on the production line, it’ll probably come to mind next time you wear ESD boot straps or a carbon-lined jacket.
Related Articles
Robotic Soldering Fundamentals Part 1: From Automation to Materials That Make It Reliable
Robotic soldering has evolved from a productivity upgrade into a precision requirement—especially as electronics become smaller, denser, and require shorter production cycles. In Part 1 of this
Rethinking Your Alloy Strategy: How to Win with Low-Silver Solder
Silver prices are escalating rapidly, consistently trending upward. If you manage a bill of materials (BOM) for electronics manufacturing, you understand precisely how this volatility impacts your
Mastering Assembly Consistency with InFORMS® Solder Preforms
Manufacturing modern electronics often feels like a balancing act—literally. Assembly tilt and uneven coplanarity are persistent headaches that compromise solder joints, leading to weak connections