Designed to maintain reliable electrical contact between removable modules, front panels, and chassis structures, Our ESD clips provide a compact solution for grounding, bonding, and electrostatic discharge management in modular electronic equipment.
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ESD Clips for 19-Inch Subracks & Electronic Equipment
Reliable Grounding and ESD Protection for Modular Electronic Systems
ESD clips are compact mechanical components used to establish a reliable electrical connection between electronic modules, front panels, subrack structures, and chassis grounding points.
In 19-inch subrack systems, ESD clips can help maintain electrical continuity, grounding reliability, and protection against electrostatic discharge while allowing removable modules to be installed and serviced efficiently.
What Are ESD Clips?
An ESD clip is a conductive mechanical contact component designed to provide a controlled electrical path between two conductive surfaces.
The clip maintains contact even when components are repeatedly installed, removed, or adjusted.
Depending on the design, ESD clips can be used for:
- PCB grounding
- Front-panel grounding
- Module grounding
- Chassis bonding
- Shielding continuity
- Electrostatic discharge paths
Typical locations include:
Front Panels
Used to maintain grounding continuity between the removable front panel and the subrack.
Plug-In Modules
Used to establish electrical contact between the module and chassis.
PCB Assemblies
Used where PCB grounding or shielding needs to connect to the mechanical structure.
Covers and Shields
Used to maintain electrical continuity between removable shielding components.
Subrack Structures
Used at mechanical interfaces where conductive bonding is required.
Typical Materials
ESD clips are commonly manufactured from conductive spring materials selected according to the required mechanical and electrical performance.
Potential materials include:
- Stainless steel
- Spring steel
- Copper alloys
- Copper-based spring materials
Material selection depends on:
Contact Force + Conductivity + Corrosion Resistance + Spring Performance + Operating Environment
For specific applications,we can recommend the appropriate material and surface treatment based on the customer’s requirements.
The most important advantage of ESD clips in modular electronic systems is their ability to maintain grounding connections while components remain removable.
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