5.12 Flashcards
(12 cards)
what must operators of electro static devices ensure before handling devices?
they must ground themselves and wear anti static wrist straps
What must you consider when handling faulty line replaceable units?
They must be handled with same care as new parts otherwise the fault can worsen and become more difficult for shop personnel to diagnose and fix
Before removing/replacing an ESD what must be done?
Power must be turned off
What results can you see from and ESD?
A local overheat
bending
layer split
evaporation
Holes
Short circuiting (very rare)
Operators, tools, containers and test equipment must be……
properly grounded
What factors contribute to static electricity?
Humidity
temperature
Type of material
Form of movement
Generating static electricity is very high if the materials are
Non conductive
Generating static electricity is very low if the materials are
Conductive
What can happen if humidity is low?
You may get an electric shock
How must EDS’s be transported?
All Electrostatic sensitive devices components must be transported in closed conductive containers
What generates static electricity?
Any movement or separation of two materials?