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Static electricity might seem like a small issue, just a little zap when you touch something or someone.
But did you know that in most cases, it’s actually you who is electrically charged, not the object.
The charge builds up on your body until it suddenly discharges. It doesn’t usually hurt you, so what’s the recent anti-static fuss about?
Let’s discuss static and how anti-static nitrile gloves can help
Why Static Is A Big Deal
In industries like auto painting & coating, electronics, and labs, even a tiny spark can do damage:
- Ruined Paint: Static can attract dust to freshly painted surfaces, ruining the perfect finish
- Costly Repairs: Static can fry sensitive electronics in modern vehicles or delicate components like circuit boards
- Fire Hazards: Static sparks can ignite flammable substances, causing fires or explosions
It’s a lot of risk for something that seems so harmless. So what’s the solution?
What Is Static & Anti-Static?
First up, static is a buildup of electric charge that sticks around until it finds a way to be released or discharged.
Enter anti-static products, they dissipate the charge safely by allowing the slow movement of electricity through the material to the ground.
Are Nitrile Gloves Anti-Static?
Nitrile is a low-static material, meaning it generates minimal static charge compared to latex & vinyl. However, not all nitrile gloves are inherently anti-static.
For nitrile gloves that are anti-static tested, look for gloves with AntiStatic Certified EN 1149-3 (Or scroll for the toughest anti-static disposable gloves)
The Symbol for AntiStatic Certified EN 1149-3
Where Anti-Static Disposable Gloves Can Help
Automotive Painting & Coating: Static can attract dust and particles to paint jobs, using gloves with anti-static properties can help prevent ruining the smooth finish.
Also, paint booths are often flammable environments where static buildup could lead to a fire or explosion.
Electronic & Semiconductor Manufacturing: Static can damage sensitive electronic components like circuit boards, microchips, and semiconductors, you can reduce this risk of damaged work with your gloves.
Automotive & Mechanical: Modern vehicles rely on complex electronic systems and static discharge can damage these sensitive components, resulting in costly repairs. Gloves protect both the mechanic and the electronics from potential damage.
Understand how you can better manage static electricity risks at Safe Work Australia
Looking for anti-static nitrile disposable gloves? Look no further than Australia’s original tough black nitrile glove, TGC Black.
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