Wrapping Boards in Foil

From: Richard W. Schauer <rws_at_ais.net>
Date: Sun Aug 16 01:25:15 1998

On Sat, 15 Aug 1998, Zane H. Healy wrote:

> I guess that wasn't a very clear question, what can I say, I was in a bit
> of a hurry when I typed that. Basically I was wondering if wrapping boards
> in foil was as stupid as it sounded to me, or if it actually made some
> sense. I guess based on the various answers it makes at least a little
> sense.

Yes, wrapping PCB's in foil is one of the best ways to protect from static
damage (there's no aluminized layer to wear out), with the following
warning. Check the board first to make certain there are no batteries on
it. Lithium batteries can explode if they are shorted for more than a few
seconds.

Richard Schauer
rws_at_ais.net
Received on Sun Aug 16 1998 - 01:25:15 BST