DIY Anti-Static

what is your application. I like using Jemmcord and similar things to run across in and out areas of machines.

 

Put this tinsel across the infeed: https://www.amazon.com/Amstat-AM10101-Anti-Static-Copper-Tinsel/dp/B00C0VN9GY
Ground it using something like this, or base metal on your grounded equipment: https://www.amazon.com/StaticTek-Adapter-Universal-Connection-Unbreakable/dp/B071J61CSV

 

If you're working in a smaller office/shop you might think about picking up a cheap hygrometer (humidity sensor) from Amazon too. Between that, the tinsel, and a cheap humidifier you should be able to tackle static pretty well. Keeping the relative humidity at or above 30-35% really helps knock the dust out of the air too. 40-45% is my sweet spot, but in the winter I'll take 32-34.

 

I agree with all the suggestions- BUT be careful ordering on Amazon right now - check delivery dates that they arent pushed to mid April.
Check eBay or other sources for now.

 

thats my version for the laminator, not sure if it works well, I still get shocks.

 

The picture shows cable connected to a painted surface. Bare metal contact would give it a better shot.

 

I've read that the anti-static treatment must be applied to the web of your vinyl where it isn't touching the printer's platen or rollers:

"The Coupling Effect or how a static charge can be masked.
It is important to appreciate that a charged material must be located in "free space" in order for a static neutraliser to do its job. If the non-conductive, charged material is placed against any surface, the electrostatic field is collapsed and, hence, the material appears neutral. For example, as a web of charged material passes over a grounded roller, the electrostatic field will look as follows:



The electrostatic charge has not been removed or neutralised and is merely being masked by the roller." https://www.fraser-antistatic.com/en/static-control-for-the-converting-industry

 

Hi ! Could you please explain a little bit more how to connect this ? Maybe with photos ?? I'm having this problem and do not know how to fix it !! Thanks

 

The machines are already grounded. Use an existing unpainted screw or drill a small hole and just tie the string to the machine. Static string is all you need.

 

Thanks BIG !! Excuse me if I still dont understand. I'll fix one end to the machine, and where the other end??

 

https://stopstatic.com/solutions/static-in-wide-format-printing/

 

We added some of this to our laminator and it reduced static by 95%:

https://www.fraser-antistatic.com/e...products/product/56-850-850e-anti-static-cord

 

THANK YOU !!!!

 

The way we do it both ends are tied to the machine. The static grounds through the body of the machine and out the plug.