ESD-Safe Barcode Scanners

Certain work environments demand a static-free zone to protect production and workers. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) maintains a list of requirements that must be met for scanners to be designated electrostatic discharge (ESD) safe. Barcode Factory provides several scanner models that meet these requirements.

ESD is a swift discharge of electricity between two differently charged objects. When two objects have different numbers of electrons, the exchange creates a large electromagnetic field buildup, resulting in ESD. Certain electronic devices are vulnerable to ESD, even at low voltages. For example, a hard drive is susceptible to just ten volts. Integrated circuits (IC) are also prone to ESD and may be permanently damaged by high-volt currents.

ESD-safe scanners are specially designed to eliminate static buildup and prevent ESD. They're ideal for static-sensitive environments and areas where static buildup is common.

ESD Scanner Features

• Coated with conductive materials engineered to eliminate the buildup of dangerous static charge on the scanner
• Wired internally to quickly drain the charge from any other object it comes into contact with
• Follows EPA requirements (ESD Protected Area)
• Available in corded or cordless versions. Bases are also coated in cordless versions

We offer several ESD scanners models that are safe for close-proximity scanning, allowing the tracking of electronic components at each stage of production without risk of ESD.

Honeywell Hyperion 1300g

Honeywell Xenon 1900

Unitech MS840 ESD Housing Model