Common Knowledge about Antistatic Gloves
Antistatic gloves are a type of work gloves with excellent elasticity and antistatic properties. Besides prevent damage to products caused by the body, they also can prevent harm to the body from static electricity. Therefore, antistatic gloves are widely used in the electronics industry, semiconductor industry, cleaning rooms and daily life.
Antistatic Gloves
What are the common types of antistatic gloves?
There are many types of antistatic gloves. Common antistatic gloves include PVC gloves, nitrile gloves, natural latex gloves, half-finger polyester gloves, antistatic coated finger gloves, finger coated gloves, antistatic coated palm gloves, antistatic PU coated gloves, antistatic electro plastic gloves and antistatic patterned gloves.
What are functions of antistatic gloves?
A coating is applied to antistatic gloves according to the principle of static electricity dissipation and the highly inductive carbon fiber in the coating isolates static electricity, so that eliminate its harmful effects on the body and reduces discomfort caused by static electricity during movement, as well as put on & take off clothing. Prevents clothes from sticking or tangling due to static electricity and protect the safety of operators.
Furthermore, antistatic gloves can prevent user's fingertips from contacting static-sensitive electronic devices directly and dissipate all static charge on user's body safely.
How to use antistatic gloves and common issues
1. When select antistatic gloves, it's crucial to consider the specific requirements and intended application environment. Different environments necessitate different types of antistatic gloves. If the work environment involves contacting with chemicals in addition to antistatic properties, then corrosion-resistant antistatic gloves should be chosen.
2. If moisture resistance and corrosion resistance are also required in addition to antistatic properties, the throughout safety inspection must be conducted before use gloves to ensure they are functioning correctly. Damaged gloves should be replaced immediately.
3. Antistatic gloves must be cleaned and aired immediately after using. However, avoid airing them at continuous high temperatures and ensure there are no continuous heating sources exist. If necessary, sprinkle light calcium carbonate powder on gloves to prevent sticking.
4. The insulation performance of gloves must be checked regularly to prevent accidents.
5. Antistatic gloves are suitable for using in alkaline & acidic environments with relatively mild corrosion. They are not suitable for using in highly corrosive conditions.
