Detecting electrostatics in production…Making the invisible phenomenon visible!
When dealing with electrostatic charges, knowing the polarity and the charge level in your production is essential for finding solutions. Measuring instruments can help you visualize the invisible phenomenon of electrostatic charge in almost all production areas, from film extrusion to in-mold labeling or injection molding.
But when is measuring electrostatic charge really necessary?
- To locate the source of the charge
- Following a discharge system for measuring effectiveness or for actively verifying ionization
- As a quality control measure, to be able to give your customer a guarantee.
- As a check after a targeted charge
To determine if and where charges are located, for example the handy Field strength meter FMX-004 It can be used in pocket format. This allows the electric field strength to be measured contactlessly over a fixed distance.
The IQ Easy sensor offers even more possibilities. It provides measured values to devices within the IQ Easy system, enabling active control of these devices. Furthermore, the measured values can be saved for later use via the IQ Easy Manager. This allows you to optimize your process and define process parameters for quality assurance.
How is electrostatic charge created?
Electrostatic charge is primarily generated by rubbing and separating poorly conductive materials. Electrostatic charge can be measured with a field meter/field strength meter (such as the [example missing]). FMX field strength meter) will be displayed. Let us advise you on the possibilities of electrostatic measurement – we also come to you. We would be happy to come to your home and carry out the measurements together with you on your machines (click to schedule an appointment).
This is what an electrostatic charge measurement in your production facility could look like. As mentioned previously, you can also obtain ionization blowers, ionization guns, etc., from us to professionally discharge or selectively charge the detected charges – we would be happy to visit your production facility and assess your specific challenges on-site to find the ideal ionization solution for you.
You can also find more detailed information about the various measuring devices in our online shop: www.rhdgmbh.com/shop