ELS ESD Technical data

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Wear Resistance EN 438-2 section 10 HGS , CGS

VGS

Initial Point ≥ 150 Rev. Wear Value ≥ 350 Rev. Initial Point ≥ 50 Rev.

Wear Value ≥ 150 Rev. Scratch Resistance EN 438-2 section 25

VGS HGS

Min. 2 N Min. 3 N

Impact Resistance EN 438-2

Small Ball section 20 VGS HGS

Big Ball section 21 VGS

HGS

Min. 15 N Min. 20 N

Drop Height Min 600 mm Indent Diameter Max 10 mm

Drop Height Min 800 mm Indent Diameter Max 10 mm

Crack Resistance EN 438-2 section 23

HGS , VGS Min. 4 N Resistance to Dry Heat at 180°c EN 438-2 section 16

HGS , VGS

Bute surface Finish Min. level 4 Resistance to Water Vapor EN 438-2 section 14

HGS , VGS

Bute Surface Finish Min. Level 4 Resistance to Boiling Water EN 438-2 section 12

Bute Surface Finish Min. Level 4 Resistance to Cigarette Burn EN 438-2 section 30

HGS , VGS Min. Level 3

Resistance to Staining EN 438-2 section 26 HGS , VGS

Group 1 + 2 Group 3

Min. level 5 Min. level 4

Flatness EN 438-2 section 9 HGS , VGS Max. 60 mm / 1 M length

Electrical Resistance

Rs ( 100v ) RH = 15% + 60%

Rg ( 100v ) RH = 15% + 60%

Charge Decay

DIN EN 61340 –5-1&2 ( 2001 )

ASTM-D257 and ASTM-F150

1x104Ω ≤ Rs ≤ 1x109Ω

7.5x105Ω ≤ Rg ≤ 1x109Ω

Mandatory only where Rs or Rg > 1010Ω

Remarks :

@ HGS = Horizontal Grade Standard Laminate @ VGS = Vertical Grade Standard Laminate @ Rs= surface resistance @ Rg= resistance to ground

ELS Static dissipative laminate (ESD)

ELS static dissipative laminates are used as a working surfaces in electrostatic Sensitive Areas, i.e.in the manufacture and assembly of static-sensitive electronic Components . These laminates offer the end user a static dissipative work surface with the Performance of a high pressure laminate and properties required .

Examples of the different utilization possibilities of GENTAS SDL are : furniture – decorative table covers , work station , shelves , cabinets , stands and supports for sensitive machines ,

mainly computer - based . partitions (one or both sides decorative) . material for packaging production , i.e. P.C.B. holder and desk-racks . panels for instrument production .

ESD is produced in regular and thick laminates grade . The laminates comply with all international standards for both static dissipative and high Pressure decorative laminates .

General fabrication tips Work surfaces must be grounded for proper static dissipation .It is recommended to bond ELS ESD to medium or high density fiberboard or particle Board suitable for static dissipative use . It is recommended to use static disapative adhesives . Proper conditioning of the laminates , substrates and the backing sheet should be done For at least 48 hours before assembly to minimize possible warping or twisting .

Relevant standards Standards for HPL : ISO 4586 , NEMA LD-3 , IS 507 , EN 438 . The laminates complies with the requirements of all the above standards . The properties for static dissipative products are in accordance with the DIN EN 61340 –5-1/2 (august 2001) and the recommendation of DOD MIL HDBK 236A of february 22 1991 ( test methods ASTM-D257 and ASTM-F150 ) .

Rs= surface resistance : 1x104Ω ≤ Rs ≤ 1x109Ω ; (RH = 15% +60%) . Rg= resistance to ground : 7.5x105Ω ≤ Rg ≤ 1x109Ω ; (RH = 15% +60%) . Charge decay : only mandatory where Rs or Rg > 1010Ω . Test equipment : metriso® 1000D (digital multymeter) . Electrodes : surface resistance probe model 850 . Test voltage : 100v .

DESIGN : Color : the laminates are manufactured in 2 solid colors – 3150 , 3132 .

Other colors are available upon request . Finish : BUTE texture .

Other finishes are available upon request . Sizes : To be determind iuntill 15/9/09 Thicknesses : regular SDL 0.9 – 12 mm .

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ESD Laminate