Understanding ESD

20 minutes

Lesson Content

What is electrostatic discharge, how it is generated, and why it is harmful to electronic components. Learn about the ESD sensitivity of components used in power adapter manufacturing and the invisible damage that ESD can cause.

Slide Outline
  • Slide 1: What is ESD?
  • Slide 2: How Static Charges Build Up
  • Slide 3: ESD Damage to Components
  • Slide 4: Visible vs Latent Damage
  • Slide 5: Cost of ESD Damage