ABF-300™ ESD Control Film

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Static Dissipative Adhesive-Backed Polyester Film

Description ABF-300™ ESD Control Film composite is a clear, adhesive-backed film product designed to control static electricity for a wide range of end uses. Suitable for appli-cation on smooth, flat, non-porous surfaces, it is a high tensile, high tear strength polyester film surfaced with SciCron Technologies proprietary, clear, C-300™ static dissipative surfacing. This unique technology prevents charge generation on the film surface, thereby controlling particulate attraction and preventing electrostatic discharge (ESD) events. This performance is permanent and totally independent of humidity. ABF-300 ESD Control Film is made with a high shear strength pressure sensitive adhes-ive for maximum performance and application versatility. The product exhibits excellent clarity, toughness, chemical resistance, surface hardness, mar resistance, dimensional stability, and UV light screening properties. Applications ABF-300 ESD Control Film resists tribocharging under all circumstances and cannot generate a charge when proper-ly grounded. This makes it ideal for use in manufacturing and assembly operations for charge sensitive electronic components where it can help prevent both immediate and latent ESD caused defects. Since it resists charge build-up it does not attract contaminants, so it can also help prevent contamination-related rejects in ultra-clean manufacturing operations. Consequently, it is used in the semi-conductor, electronic, and micro-manufacturing, industries. It is ideally suited for application to glass cleanroom glazing to prevent surface charge generation. Other uses include application to: machine covers and enclosures; work station and wall panel surfaces; various insulative surfaces like cabinets, boxes, drawers, and melamine laminates; CRT screens; die cut parts for OEM made devices and assemblies; and plastic panels and parts which are in ESD sensitive areas. Installation ABF-300 ESD Control Film is applied to glass or any other smooth surface like a conventional adhesive-backed window film or security film. It can be cut to size with simple tools like utility knives and scissors. Note: Once the release film backing has been removed to expose the adhesive, the product can be easily ruined if it is allowed to fold over on itself causing adhesive to touch adhesive. Even if this contact is momentary, it is very unlikely that the film can be restored to its original flat condition. For more information on handling and installation refer to SciCron Technologies Technical Information Bulletin No. FP-01.

Features and Benefits Cannot be tribocharged when properly grounded Prevents build-up of static charge and accumulation of harmful contamination. Electrostatic decay in less than 0.05 second per Federal Test Standard 101C, Method 4046.1 Results in rapid static dissipation without arcing. Surface resistivity of 106 - 108 ohms per square Provides for ESD control without the need for ionization. Permanence in static dissipation performance Avoids cost of application of temporary topical anti-stats. Humidity independent static charge control Avoids inconvenience of maintaining high levels of humidity and damage caused by such humidity. Advanced technology, uniform surface treatment Avoids charged "hot spots" often found with non-uniform temporary topical anti-stats. Superior optical properties High clarity polyester film with C-300 surfacing means optimum use of available light in glazing applications. 90% UV light screen Reduces UV exposure for light sensitive materials and processes. High tear and tensile strength polyester film Adds impact and shatter resistance to glass windows for added facility security and personnel protection. Hard, mar resistant, durable surface C-300 surface reduces risk of mechanical surface damage. Superior chemical resistance Reduces risk of solvent or chemical surface damage. Availability ABF-300 ESD Control Film composite is available as a clear 4.0 mil film with a 1.0 mil release film backing which is removed prior to installation. Standard roll size: 48" x 96" Other roll sizes and film thicknesses are available upon request. Made in USA