[Elecraft] (OT) Grounding Mat

[Jim Brown]

On Wed, 24 Mar 2010 22:47:59 -0400, Don Wilhelm wrote:

>Yes, the anti-static mat should be connected to ground - but there is no 
>need to go overboard on the grounding thing.  A connection to the 
>grounding conductor (green wire ground) of the power distribution system 
>is more than adequate.  You should of course determine that the green 
>wire ground is actually intact.  One of the inexpensive AC receptacle 
>testers will tell you whether or not it is connected properly.

>Yes, those who have stated that the important thing is to keep 
>everything at the same potential are entirely correct.  

Yes. And the green wire is also where the wrist strap should be connected.

73,

Jim K9YC