Multicomp Anti Static Foam, High Density, Non-Corrosive, 305x305x6mm (2-Pieces)

There are three types of ESD protection foam. The highest grade is conductive, which prevents a voltage difference by creating an electrical connection between pins pushed into it. Allow your cat to sleep on it, or hang it from your Tesla coil - Any charge you apply will be evenly distributed throughout the device, resulting in no damage*. br>br>Despite the fact that the item title simply states "Anti Static Foam," this foam is actually conductive. br>br>I compared it to a well-known brand of conductive foam (Desco 12250) purchased from a reputable supplier (digi-tech). key). To line IC storage drawers, I'm cutting 4" x 6" blocks. When measured diagonally, both foams have about the same resistance. This foam is a little easier to work with when it comes to cutting. After about a dozen times inserting and removing chips from the same spot, the Desco foam is noticeably more resilient. br>br>I purchased two sets of foam sheets. Each pair was packaged in a plastic bag that was open on one end and had two exposed corners. On one of the exposed corners of one pair of sheets, a chunk (roughly 1" square) was missing from both sheets. One of the corners inside the bag on the other pair was covered in some disgusting goo, which I cut off and threw away. As a result, rather than the expected 6, I was only able to cut 5 tray liners per sheet. Even with the lower yield, it wasn't a bad deal compared to Desco foam. *- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - In some cases, this is not technically correct. A sudden change in voltage creates a temporary gradient across the foam, and if the voltage is high enough in a short enough time, the gradient can be enough to damage a chip.

Tinsley McMahon

| Jan 18, 2021

This is the foam that should be used to place ICs in. The ICs are held in place by the stiff (and crunchy) foam. Because the foam is as fragile as a sheet, I can see how some of these might be damaged during handling. It's supposed to go into some sort of container. If you buy an ORICO Portable 3, you'll get a free ORICO Portable 3. When you fill one side of a 5 Inch Hard Drive Disk Protective Box Storage Case with two layers of this foam, you'll have a nice solid case to keep eproms and ICs in (a new home made version of the original iTOI Chipsafe). If you're looking for the foam you'll need to store your ICs, this is the place to go. This isn't the kind of foam you'd use to ship a PCB; instead, you'll want to use the kind that looks like standard packing foam sheets.

Khloe Schmidt

| Jan 10, 2021

Everything that is different should be thrown away. This is the material to use if you want to store your ESD-sensitive components on a high-quality conductive foam substrate. I see around 4K when I stick my ohmmeter probes in about 1/2" apart. It's not an exact measurement of ohms per cm or anything like that, but that's irrelevant unless you want to use this material to make resistors. When it comes to ESD protection, I've seen everything from polyethylene sheeting to polystyrene cushion wrap and closed-cell foam. styrofoam-like material for cells - Instead of reducing static electricity, all of these methods actually promote it. This material isn't old, worn out, or heat-damaged in any way. Because it is slightly brittle, rough, and crumbly by nature, do not deduct stars or return it because you were unaware of this. There is material that isn't as crumbly if you want it - at a significantly higher cost and with significantly lower performance Also, unless you slice this stuff with a very sharp razor blade held at a shallow angle, it will fray and get ragged on the cut by its very nature. I just finished cutting it into 18 4"x2" pieces from four sheets, and the razor blade trick worked perfectly. I only had one issue: I wasn't getting enough. I'm on my way to buy more!.

Adalee Davies

| Jan 25, 2021

This item was purchased to keep track of some integrated chips. It is extremely delicate and brittle. It simply does not work. It doesn't cut very well. Used a X- Metal ruler and an acto knife. The cut edge is still frayed. When IC is firmly pressed, it leaves a dent/imprint that can be seen. When I remove an IC and place it back in the same location, it is very loose and will fall out if tipped. This item does not meet my expectations. It is not something I would purchase again. The seller provided excellent service.

Layla York

| Aug 24, 2021

I'm always on the lookout for a static foam that can be cut to shape and won't crumble. So far, this is the best product I've discovered. The vendor also ships carefully to ensure that the product arrives in good condition. br>br>I'm hoping that the product will stand the test of time. I use static-free liners in my parts bins and trays. uProcessor breakout boards, sensitive and other ICs, and sensors Thanks.

Owen Velez

| Sep 07, 2021

The conductivity is as advertised, but the foam is in bad shape. This foam appears to be old, or it has been exposed to excessive heat, or it has been damaged in some way. It is as advertised in terms of conductivity, but I believe it will begin to deteriorate with time. It was a different experience in the past when I used this type of foam. When I hear "high density," I think of something that can be squeezed and maintain its rigidity. Squeezing this foam, on the other hand, causes it to crush and soften. So there's a problem.

Anahi Dalton

| Jul 22, 2021

It's a lot of material for the money, and you can cut it to fit your delicate (and sometimes 40-year-old, harder-to-find) components. Simply cut a piece to the appropriate size, adhere your component, and secure it with an anti-static bag. container or bag that remains stationary br>br>There's no odor, no small bits falling off, it's of excellent quality, and it does exactly what I need it to.

Aleena Brewer

| Sep 02, 2021

I'm not sure about the material's properties, but this foam has a history of drying out and crumbling over time; however, this batch was extremely fragile when it arrived.

Axl McCarty

| Feb 14, 2021