In SX Microcontrollers, SX/B Compiler and SX-Key Tool, Mike_GTN wrote:

Hi Gunther,

You have bought up some excellent general points concerning ESD protection. Whilst in an ideal world we would all have special carpet, heel straps and ESD testing equipment before we touch any semiconductors. Even in our home workshops, we can become a little carried away at times. I cringe every single time when I hear the words "Touch a radiator before you install those parts"  Touch an object that is more often then not even earth bonded. I prefer to use a wrist strap in to a mains earth system. If we go with the Just touch any metal object to discharge our own static charges, we should wear no nylon,don't walk over any man made carpets etc. Also check the composition of the soles of our shoes. My own humble bench has an ESD mat with a direct to known good earth connection. A wrist strap is also always used. I feel would also be interesting to hear of worst practice, and what people have got away with. I do find ESD practice to be a mix of good luck and also black art at times. I'm here to continue learning. 

Regards

Mike.

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