[Elecraft] [Elecraft_K3] Re: My K3 is Due Tomorrow 11/11/11 !

[Ian White GM3SEK]

Alan Bloom wrote:
>I agree with all Ian's comments except:
>
>> Almost any ani-static mat and wrist strap will be OK
>
>My testing has shown that not all anti-static mats are created equal. 
>In particular, the Radio Shack portable mat P/N 276-2370 has much too 
>high a resistance to be effective.  Here is my previous posting that 
>includes the results of the tests and a recommendation for a suitable 
>anti-static mat:
>
>http://www.mail-archive.com/elecraft@mailman.qth.net/msg94407.html
>

Thanks for the correction, Alan. Does anyone have details of ESD mats 
that comply to similar European performance standards, and where to buy 
them at reasonable prices in Europe?


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73 from Ian GM3SEK
http://www.ifwtech.co.uk/g3sek