• Pantented Faraday balance system
  Automatically maintains a balanced ion output
• Emits ions in a tre laminar flow
  reduces ion ecombination and emitter contamination
• Adjustable High Volume Output Air Flow To 117 CFM Maximum
  Superior performance in neutralizing static charges at greater distances in a true laminar flow system
• Auto-Balanced AC Ionizing System
  with Less Than 2 Seconds Discharge Time at 12 inches; patented Faraday balance system ± 5 voltage offset to maintain a balanced ion output with less ion recombination
• Offset voltage (balance) meets ANSI/ESD S20.20
  With fast discharge times tested per ANSI/ESD STM 3.1
• Gold Plated Emitters
  Longer life and consistent performance
• Multi-Mount Stand
  Good for use on bench top or for custom mounting applications.
• Fixed Temperature Heater
  Removes chill from air for worker comfort and productivity
• Grounding Jack
  For operator personnel grounding with wrist strap or other grounding requirements
• Made in America

“Necessary non-conductors in the environment cannot lose their electrostatic charge by attachment to ground. Ionization systems provide neutralization of charges on these necessary non-conductive items (circuit board materials and some device packages are examples of necessary non-conductors). Assessment of the ESD hazard created by electrostatic charges on the necessary nonconductors in the work place is required to ensure that appropriate actions are implemented, commensurate with risk to ESDS [ESD sensitive] items”. (ANSI/ESDS20.20-2007 Foreword)

“In order to mitigate field-induced CDM [Charged Device Model] damage, the ESD program shall include a plan for the handling of process-required insulators. If the field exceeds 2,000 volts/inch, steps shall be taken to either: A) Separate the insulator from the ESD-sensitive device by a distance of 30 cm (12 inches); or B) Use ionization or other charge mitigating techniques to neutralize the charge.” (ANSI/ESDS20.20-2007 section 8.3)

“The primary method of static charge control is direct connection to ground for conductors, static dissipative materials, and personnel. A complete static control program must also deal with isolated conductors that cannot be grounded, insulating materials (e.g., most common plastics), and moving personnel who cannot use wrist or heel straps or ESD control flooring and footwear. Air ionization is not a replacement for grounding methods. It is one component of a complete static control program. Ionizers are used when it is not possible to properly ground everything and as backup to other static control methods. In clean rooms, air ionization may be one of the few methods of static control available.” (ESD Handbook TR20.20 Ionization, section 5.3.6.1)

“All ionization devices will require periodic maintenance for proper operation. Maintenance intervals for ionizers vary widely depending on the type of ionization equipment and use environment. Critical clean room uses will generally require more frequent attention. It is important to set-up a routine schedule for ionizer service. Routine service is typically required to meet quality audit requirements.” (ESD Handbook TR 20.20 section 5.3.6.7 Maintenance / Cleaning)