DIY Anti-Static

[rjssigns]

I searched and read posts pertaining to anti-static wire/cord for printers. Didn't find too much other than buying a kit. Since I'm stuck here I'd like to put my own together unless it's cheaper to buy premade.

 

[Raum Divarco]

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

 

[rjssigns]

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

Mutoh 1624x

 

[FireSprint.com]

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

 

[rjssigns]

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

Nice! Looks like the tinsel would pick up more static than a cord. Love the ground plug too. Would never have thought of it.

 

[Saturn]

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.

 

[rjssigns]

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.

Yup. Currently running between 46 to 50 percent humidity. Ran a humidifier during the coldest part of winter. Bought 8 cases of distilled water for it. Two left.

 

[Jburns]

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.

 

[rjssigns]

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.

I just did. April 24th is the soonest. My tech told me Monday that next day is now six day.. My how quickly things change.

 

[DrunknMonk]

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

 

[zspace]

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.

 

[Jester]

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

 

[RICHARD SIMMONS]

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

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

 

[BIG EASY DOES IT]

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.

 

[RICHARD SIMMONS]

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??

 

[DrunknMonk]

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

 

[DrunknMonk]

 

[SignMeUpGraphics]

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

 

[RICHARD SIMMONS]

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

THANK YOU !!!!

 

[BIG EASY DOES IT]

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

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.