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Understanding ESD Protection Levels
Protection Level Surface Resistivity Applications
Anti-static 10⁹ – 10¹¹ Ω PCB boards, general electronics
Static Dissipative 10⁶ – 10⁹ Ω Sensitive components, ICs
Conductive 10³ – 10⁵ Ω Highly sensitive chips, precision components
ESD PP PS sheet roll

Solution 1

PP/PS Anti-static Sheet

Surface Resistivity: 10⁹ – 10¹¹ Ω | Static Decay Time: < 2 seconds | ESD Protection Duration: Permanent

  • Long-lasting performance — protection doesn’t wash off
  • Cost-effective solution for high-volume production
  • Excellent thermoforming properties
  • Good dimensional stability
  • Suitable for both PS and PP base materials

Technology: Internal additive method

  • Anti-static agents are permanently incorporated into the polymer matrix during extrusion, providing consistent and long-lasting ESD protection through continuous migration to the surface.
Recommended Specs:  0.25–0.5 mm
Storage environment affects performance — temperature, humidity, and dimensional control recommended
ESD APET sheet roll

Solution 2

PET Anti-static Sheet

Surface Resistivity: 10⁸ – 10¹⁰ Ω | Static Decay Time: < 0.5 seconds | ESD Protection Duration: 6-12 months under normal conditions

  • Crystal-clear transparency — no impact on optical clarity
  • Immediate ESD protection upon application
  • Compatible with printing and secondary processing
  • Lower cost than internal anti-static solutions
  • Excellent surface smoothness

Technology: External coating method

  • Anti-static coating is applied to the PET surface through precision coating equipment, creating an immediate dissipative layer while maintaining maximum clarity.
Limitations to Note
⚠ Anti-static effect may diminish over time with heavy handling
⚠ Best suited for products with defined shelf life
PET Intrinsic Anti-static Sheet

Solution 3

PET Intrinsic Anti-static Sheet

Volume Resistivity: 10⁸ – 10¹⁰ Ω | Static Decay Time: < 0.2 seconds | ESD Protection Duration: Permanent — independent of surface wear

  • Superior and permanent ESD protection — best-in-class performance
  • Volume conductivity ensures protection even if surface is scratched
  • Extremely stable performance across temperature and humidity
  • Does not rely on moisture for conductivity
  • Washable and reusable — protection won’t diminish

Technology: Intrinsic anti-static method

  • Conductive materials are molecularly integrated into the PET polymer structure, creating volume resistivity (not just surface) for superior and permanent ESD protection.
Trade-off Considerations
⚠ Slightly reduced clarity compared to virgin PET (typically 80-85% light transmission)
⚠ Higher cost than topical coating solutions
PS/PP Surface or Volume Conductive Sheet

Solution 4

PS/PP Surface or Volume Conductive Sheet (Carbon Black)

Black only (due to carbon black content) | Matte or semi-gloss | Fully opaque

  • Exceptionally stable resistivity — unaffected by environmental conditions
  • Consistent performance across complex cavity geometries
  • Resistivity unaffected by tray depth or wall thickness variations
  • Highest level of ESD protection for ultra-sensitive components
  • Customizable to exact customer resistivity requirements

Technology: Carbon black conductive filler technology

  • High-purity carbon black particles are uniformly dispersed throughout the polymer matrix, creating continuous electron pathways for stable and permanent conductivity. The carbon black network ensures consistent volume resistivity regardless of surface conditions.
Performance Specs: Volume Resistivity: 10³ – 10⁶ Ω (Customizable)

Performance Specs

  • Volume Resistivity: 10³ – 10⁶ Ω (Customizable)
  • Surface Resistivity: 10³ – 10⁶ Ω
  • Static Decay Time: < 0.05 seconds
  • ESD Protection Duration: Permanent
  • Resistivity Stability: ±0.3 log (extremely stable)

Our Manufacturing Strengths

  • Premium carbon black ensures uniform particle distribution
  • Advanced compounding technology eliminates carbon black agglomeration
  • Tight resistivity tolerance control: customer-specified value ±0.5 log
  • Batch-to-batch consistency with full traceability
  • Clean room compatible production available
  • 100% testing: every roll tested for resistivity compliance
ESD PP PS sheet roll

Solution 5

PP/PS Permanent Polymer Anti-static Sheet

Surface Resistivity: 10⁷ – 10⁹ Ω (Stable after thermoforming) | Post-Forming Resistivity: Consistent across all cavity depths | Static Decay Time: < 0.5 seconds | ESD Protection Duration: Permanent | Temperature Stability: -40°C to +80°C

  • Available in natural/white color — unique advantage over carbon black solutions
  • Resistivity unaffected by cavity complexity or tray depth
  • Consistent performance in deep-draw applications (draw ratio >1.5:1)
  • No resistivity variation between thick and thin wall sections
  • Excellent visual identification — easy to distinguish from regular materials
  • Clean, professional appearance for high-end applications
  • Permanent protection — won’t degrade over time or with repeated use

Technology: Permanent polymeric anti-static technology

  • Advanced conductive polymer molecules are chemically bonded into the base polymer structure, creating a permanent three-dimensional conductive network. Unlike migratory additives, this technology provides stable resistivity independent of cavity complexity or forming depth.
Recommended Specs:  0.25–0.5 mm
Comparison with Carbon Black Solution
Feature Carbon Black Polymer Anti-static
Resistivity Stability Excellent Excellent
Color Options Black only Natural / White
Cavity Complexity Effect Minimal Minimal
Cost Lower Moderate
Aesthetics Industrial Premium

Our Manufacturing Strengths

  • Proprietary polymer formulation developed in-house
  • Guaranteed post-forming resistivity: 10⁷–10⁹Ω
  • Validated performance at extreme draw ratios (up to 2:1)
  • Excellent batch-to-batch color consistency
  • Full technical support for complex tray designs
  • Custom color matching available
PET Conductive Coating

Solution 6

PET Conductive Coating (PEDOT:PSS)

Color: Nearly transparent with slight blue tint | Surface Finish: Smooth, glossy | Clarity: Excellent — comparable to uncoated PET

  • Near-transparent appearance — virtually invisible coating
  • Flexible resistivity customization from 10⁴ to 10⁹Ω
  • Covers full ESD protection spectrum: conductive to anti-static
  • Excellent optical clarity — ideal for visual inspection applications
  • Uniform coating ensures consistent resistivity across entire surface
  • Low surface roughness — won’t scratch sensitive components
  • Environmentally stable PEDOT:PSS chemistry
  • Rapid turnaround — coating can be adjusted for specific orders

Technology: PEDOT:PSS conductive polymer coating

  • PEDOT:PSS (poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) polystyrene sulfonate) is a high-performance transparent conductive polymer coating applied to PET surface. This advanced material allows precise control of surface resistivity across a wide range while maintaining excellent optical clarity.
Limitations to Note:
⚠ PEDOT:PSS coating may be affected by prolonged exposure to high humidity
⚠ Coating durability lower than internal anti-static solutions
⚠ Best suited for applications with controlled storage environment

Performance Specs

  • Surface Resistivity: 10⁴ – 10⁹ Ω (Fully customizable)
  • Customization Range: Any value between 10⁴-10⁹Ω can be precisely formulated
  • Static Decay Time: < 0.1 seconds (at 10⁶Ω)
  • Optical Propertieso: Transparency: >85% light transmission; Haze: <5%
  • Coating Durability: 6-18 months depending on handling

Our Manufacturing Strengths

  • Precision formulation lab — customize resistivity to customer’s exact specification
  • Advanced coating line with thickness control ±1μm
  • Quality assurance: 100% inline resistivity testing
  • Fast sample turnaround for custom resistivity testing
  • Technical consultation to determine optimal resistivity for your application
  • Full documentation: coating specification sheet with every order
PET Conductive Coating (Carbon Nanotube)

Solution 7

PET Conductive Coating (Carbon Nanotube)

Color: Nearly transparent with very slight gray tint | Surface Finish: Smooth, semi-gloss | Clarity: Excellent for conductive coating

  • Exceptional resistivity stability after thermoforming — only 1 log decrease
  • Predictable performance — know exact tray resistivity before production
  • Suitable for deep-draw applications without significant resistivity loss
  • High transparency maintained even at lower resistivity levels
  • Superior mechanical durability — CNT network resists cracking during forming
  • Better chemical resistance than PEDOT:PSS
  • Longer shelf life — CNT coating more stable over time
  • Excellent scratch resistance

Technology: Carbon nanotube (CNT) conductive coating

  • Ultra-fine carbon nanotubes form a transparent conductive network on PET surface. The unique one-dimensional structure of CNTs creates highly efficient electron pathways, enabling excellent conductivity with minimal material usage. This results in superior coating stability and minimal resistivity change after thermoforming.
Performance Specs:
Sheet Resistivity: 10⁴ – 10⁷ Ω (Customizable)
Post-Forming Resistivity: Only 1 log increase from sheet value
Resistivity Stability After Forming: Resistivity Stability After Forming
Static Decay Time < 0.05 seconds (at 10⁵Ω)
Coating Durability: 12-24 months (better than PEDOT:PSS)
Comparison with PEDOT:PSS
Feature PEDOT:PSS Carbon Nanotube
Resistivity Range 10⁴-10⁹Ω 10⁴-10⁷Ω
Transparency Excellent Very Good
Forming Stability Moderate Excellent
Durability Good Excellent
Cost Lower Moderate
Best For Wide range applications Precision applications

Our Manufacturing Strengths

  • Advanced CNT dispersion technology — uniform nanotube distribution
  • Proprietary coating formulation optimized for thermoforming stability
  • Pre-production tray testing available to validate final resistivity
  • Guaranteed forming stability: resistivity change documented and certified
  • Quality control: sheet and formed tray resistivity both tested
  • Full traceability with lot-specific test data

Solution Selection Guide

Your RequirementRecommended SolutionKey Reason
Maximum transparency neededSolution 6: PET PEDOT:PSSHighest transparency required
Stable resistivity after formingSolution 7: PET CNTStable resistivity after molding
Deep-draw complex traysSolution 5 or 7For deep-drawn complex trays
Highest ESD protectionSolution 4: Carbon BlackHighest electrostatic discharge protection
White/natural color requiredSolution 5: Polymer Anti-staticWhite/natural color required
Customizable resistivity (10⁴-10⁹Ω)Solution 6: PET PEDOT:PSSCustomizable resistivity
Long-term storage (>2 years)Solution 3, 4, or 5For long-term storage
High-volume, cost-sensitiveSolution 1: PP/PS InternalHigh-volume, cost-sensitive applications
Reusable/washable packagingSolution 3, 4, or 5Reusable/washable packaging
Precision resistivity controlSolution 7: PET CNTPrecision resistivity control

Testing & Certification

All of our anti-static protective sheets are available:

Standard Tests Available:

  • Surface Resistivity (ASTM D257 / IEC 61340-2-3)
  • Volume Resistivity (ASTM D257)
  • Static Decay Time (MIL-PRF-81705 / IEC 61340-5-1)
  • Charge Generation (FTMS 101C)
  • Triboelectric Charging (ANSI/ESD STM11.11)
  • Post-Forming Resistivity Testing

Certifications:

  • RoHS compliant
  • REACH compliant
  • Clean room compatible (Class 100-10,000)
  • ESD Association standards (ANSI/ESD S20.20)

Documentation Provided:

  • Test reports for every batch (resistivity, decay time)
  • Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS/SDS)
  • Certificate of Compliance
  • Full traceability records with lot numbers