Effective Ionisers for Anti-Static Control

610mm 6 Emitters. Also available in different sizes from 305mm to 1829mm

Process ion bar technology
Cost-effective alternative to overhead ionization
Reduces particulate contamination
Effective ESD control within a Laminar Flow Hood or Mini environment
Lightweight, small, cross-sectional design allow it to fit in tight spaces
Ion bars can be daisy-chained to connect multiple bars in sequence. One power supply can drive up to 40 emitter tips.
Jumper can be made in lengths to fit every need
Constructed of ABS plastic and aluminium top caps for ease of mounting
Bars are pre-drilled with mounting brackets
Rapid neutralization over a localized area
Replaceable bayonet style thoriated tungsten emitters
Controllable pulse rate
DC ionization
Current limited emitters
Controllable polarity balance
Controller DES50856
Bars can be customized to fit any length
Made in the United States of America
Necessary non-conductors in the environment cannot lose their electrostatic charge by attachment to ground. Ionization
systems provide neutralization of charges on these necessary non-conductive items (circuit board materials and some
device packages are examples of necessary non-conductors). Assessment of the ESD hazard created by electrostatic
charges on the necessary non-conductors in the work place is required to ensure that appropriate actions are implemented,
commensurate with risk to ESDS [ESD sensitive] items. (ANSI/ESDS20.20-2007 Foreword)



In order to mitigate field-induced CDM [Charged Device Model] damage, the ESD program shall include a plan for the
handling of process-required insulators. If the field exceeds 2,000 volts/inch, steps shall be taken to either:
A) Separate the insulator from the ESD-sensitive device by a distance of 30 cm (12 inches);
or B) Use ionization or other charge mitigating techniques to neutralize the charge. (ANSI/ESDS20.20-2007 section 8.3)



The primary method of static charge control is direct connection to ground for conductors, static dissipative materials,
and personnel. A complete static control program must also deal with isolated conductors that cannot be grounded,
insulating materials (e.g., most common plastics), and moving personnel who cannot use wrist or heel straps or ESD
control flooring and footwear. Air ionization is not a replacement for grounding methods. It is one component of a
complete static control program. Ionizers are used when it is not possible to properly ground everything and as backup
to other static control methods. In clean rooms, air ionization may be one of the few methods of static control available.
(ESD Handbook TR20.20 Ionization, section 5.3.6.1)



All ionization devices will require periodic maintenance for proper operation. Maintenance intervals for ionizers vary widely
depending on the type of ionization equipment and use environment. Critical clean room uses will generally require more
frequent attention. It is important to set-up a routine schedule for ionizer service. Routine service is typically required to
meet quality audit requirements. (ESD Handbook TR 20.20 section 5.3.6.7 Maintenance / Cleaning)