[Elecraft] Static

[Darwin, Keith]

Hi Jim,

I work in an electronics industry and despite all the great reports from
people who said "I build mine on shag carpet and it works fine" ESD
damage is a real issue that causes real problems that don't always show
up immediately.

ESD protection falls under the category of an ounce of protection.  I
happen to have a mat which is where I built my K2.  If I did not have a
mat, I'd likely get some sheet aluminum and connect it to a grounded
outlet through a 1 Meg resistor.  Use that as your work surface but be
careful not to scratch your rig.

In either case, get and wear a wrist strap.  It is cheap insurance.

- Keith KD1E -
- K2 5411 -

-----Original Message-----
Hello,
Any suggestions for a good static free set up to work aside from buying
a mat etc. would be appreciated.
tnx,
Jim/k2hn