{"id":9079,"date":"2026-02-17T09:35:57","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T15:35:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.repstronics.com\/?p=9079"},"modified":"2026-02-17T09:59:13","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T15:59:13","slug":"control-esd-en-manufactura-electronica-como-prevenir-fallas-y-proteger-dispositivos-sensibles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.repstronics.com\/en\/2026\/02\/17\/control-esd-en-manufactura-electronica-como-prevenir-fallas-y-proteger-dispositivos-sensibles\/","title":{"rendered":"ESD Control in Electronics Manufacturing: How to prevent failures and protect sensitive devices"},"content":{"rendered":"
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In modern electronics manufacturing<\/strong>, the electrostatic discharge (ESD)<\/strong> is one of the leading causes of latent failures in sensitive electronic devices. Although often imperceptible, a minimal discharge can damage microcomponents, generate intermittent failures, or significantly reduce the final product's lifespan.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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For this reason, implementing a comprehensive ESD control program<\/strong> is fundamental to guaranteeing product reliability, protecting critical assets, and complying with quality standards. The strategic combination of passive solutions from Static America<\/a><\/strong> and active ionization solutions for SIMCO ION<\/a><\/strong> allows for mitigating static-related risks effectively and sustainably in the long term.
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What is Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and why does it represent a risk?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The electrostatic discharge (ESD)<\/strong> occurs when there is a sudden transfer of electricity between two objects with different electrical potentials. In electronics manufacturing environments, this phenomenon can be generated by personnel movement, material friction, or the use of uncontrolled tools.
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Even voltage levels that a human being cannot perceive can cause:
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