Looking for static dissipative bench pad

[Mike B-12]

Looking over the K3 assembly equipment list, I see that I have everything but a
static dissipative pad.  This is for bench use, so a 24x24" up to 24x36" or so
pad would be sufficient.  Googling around, I find models from $15 to over $100.

I only need it sporadically for hobby use, so don't want to spend a lot on one.
 I'm leery of the $15 models off Amazon, but they may be good enough for my use.

Anyone have a recommendation on a quality but relatively inexpensive model?

73,

Mike KW1ND
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[Ken N9VV-2]

I like the tools and options from Cyberguys. Here is a nice pad for $28
http://www.cyberguys.com/templates/searchdetail.asp?productID=451
de ken n9vv


Mike B wrote:

> Looking over the K3 assembly equipment list, I see that I have everything but a
> static dissipative pad.  This is for bench use, so a 24x24" up to 24x36" or so
> pad would be sufficient.  Googling around, I find models from $15 to over $100.
>
> I only need it sporadically for hobby use, so don't want to spend a lot on one.
>  I'm leery of the $15 models off Amazon, but they may be good enough for my use.
>
> Anyone have a recommendation on a quality but relatively inexpensive model?
>
> 73,
>
> Mike KW1ND

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[Mike B-12]

Thanks for the link, Ken.  It mentions a wrist strap, but I can't tell from the
picture if it's got a lead to run to ground. Any idea if it does?

73,

Mike KW1ND

Ken N9VV wrote:

> I like the tools and options from Cyberguys. Here is a nice pad for $28
> http://www.cyberguys.com/templates/searchdetail.asp?productID=451
> de ken n9vv
>
>
> Mike B wrote:
>> Looking over the K3 assembly equipment list, I see that I have
>> everything but a
>> static dissipative pad.  This is for bench use, so a 24x24" up to
>> 24x36" or so
>> pad would be sufficient.  Googling around, I find models from $15 to
>> over $100.

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[Mike B-12]

Pardon my foolishness - I see the description states it has a grounding lead.
I've seen similar products elsewhere, but for $10 - $20 more, so this might be
the ticket.

Thanks, Ken.

73,

Mike KW1ND
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In a message dated 9/15/2007 9:51:23 A.M.  Pacific Daylight Time,
[hidden email] writes:
_http://www.cyberguys.com/templates/searchdetail.asp?productID=451_
(http://www.cyberguys.com/templates/searchdetail.asp?productID=451)    

That's a nice looking package at a reasonable price. With a satisfaction  
guarantee I'd try it.
 
In my opinion:
 
Plusses: low cost, self contained, can also serve as ESD safe container  
between worksessions or transporting assembies.
 
Minuses: It'll be a little awkward working around the hem lines and handles  
- I'd hate to see the board and parts take flight if I snagged the handle
while  turning around or standing or bending down to pick up a dropped item.  A  
wrist strap nice addition and I couldn't tell if it had extra 'snap' for wrist  
strap. W ould also be nice to know how well it handles accidental contact
with  host soldering iron tip or solder splashes. ( You have safety glasses, I  
presume? ) You want to protect your eyes as much as your radio.
 
Comment:  I have used a variety of pads from many places and the most  often
used are from 3M. They are often a blue color or a tan color, are  about 1/4
inch thick with a foam like soft backing and a solid but flexible  plastic
facing. They will melt some with  contact of solder iron tip, but  not a lot if
you can avoid long contact.
 
Electronix Express looks like they have the same item for $14.95   didn't see
the handles but the graphic is almost identical.
 
Check out also PC Connection, CDW, Fordham Tools, Tucker Tools. Lots of  
others - - -
 
Al, WA6VNN



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