you do know that static straps have a tendency to increase the likly hood of a low volt of electricity going thru ur body, especially down that arm of yours thru the heart, so get ready for a heart attack or 12
However, if you are wearing proper ESD straps, this is not an issue. Good straps have a 1M Ohm resistor built in that allow built up charges to dissipate, and offers protection against the grounding of deadly charges.
You should always ensure that everything is unplugged when working with electrical components to avoid that situation all together.
NEVER, attempt to make grounding straps. That's one DIY project you should avoid. ;)
you do know that static straps have a tendency to increase the likly hood of a low volt of electricity going thru ur body, especially down that arm of yours thru the heart, so get ready for a heart attack or 12
JackNikopol 3 years ago
ya i say just touch something and ground yourself it is very rare that you reach in and static shock something and kill it
SilentKiller01 3 years ago
ESD may be rare in one place, but can occur more frequently in others.
The problem with it is that when it does happen, you waste alot of time debugging the problem because its sometimes difficult to find right away.
I think its best to spend $5 bucks on a pair of wrist or heel straps, then spend 5 hours figuring out what component isn't working.
GuruLloyd 3 years ago
Hi JackNikopol,
Thanks for the comment. It is true that An electric shock has the potential to be far more lethal if the person receiving the shock is well grounded.
GuruLloyd 3 years ago
However, if you are wearing proper ESD straps, this is not an issue. Good straps have a 1M Ohm resistor built in that allow built up charges to dissipate, and offers protection against the grounding of deadly charges.
You should always ensure that everything is unplugged when working with electrical components to avoid that situation all together.
NEVER, attempt to make grounding straps. That's one DIY project you should avoid. ;)
GuruLloyd 3 years ago