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61 35... Notes on ESD protection (Electro Static Discharge): Notes

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NOTE: Electrical components which are particularly sensitive to electrostatic discharge (electronic control units, sensors, etc.) are marked with the ESD warning symbol.

- Electro

- Static

- Discharge

Statically charged persons can discharge themselves when they touch electrical components.

IMPORTANT: See 7060 ANTISTATIC MAT 
NOTE: Humans can only detect a discharge starting from a level of approx. 3000 V.

The danger threshold for electrical components already starts from a level of approx. 100 V.

Fig 1: Discharging Charged Person By Touching Electrical Components
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Example:

Mechatronic control unit.

Fig 2: Identifying Mechatronic Control Unit
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Fig 3: Precaution For Pins And Multi-Pin Connectors Directly
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IMPORTANT: Do not touch pins and multi-pin connectors directly!

Touch electrical components by their housings only.

IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging or destroying electrical components as a result of electrostatic discharge, it is absolutely essential to observe the following instructions:
  • When replacing electrical components, leave the replacement components in their original packaging until immediately before they are to be installed
  • If necessary, always return a removed component in its original packaging (always pack the component away immediately)
  • Read and comply with user information on using the associated special tool 12 7 060

Personal protective equipment: 

Electrically conducting clothing (high wool content, antistatic shoes required).

These can primarily be identified by the logo on the side.

Fig 4: Identifying Antistatic Shoes
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