An ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) bracelet, also known as an anti-static wrist strap, must be connected to a verified ground point to safely discharge static electricity from the body. Here’s how to ensure proper connection:

 

 

The most effective and recommended method is to connect your ESD wrist strap to a dedicated grounding terminal on your ESD-safe workbench. These are often marked “Ground” or “GND” and may come as banana jacks, snap sockets, or grounding studs.

 

Best when used with a HORBEST esd mat and wrist strap combo for full protection.

 

 

Many workstations and ESD mats are equipped with grounding blocks specifically for esd grounding wrist straps. These provide a reliable path to ground and help keep all components at the same potential.

 

Pair your HORBEST esd wrist straps with our esd mat with wrist strap sets for professional-grade static protection.

 

 

You may temporarily connect your strap’s alligator clip to the grounded metal case of an electronic device (like a computer chassis), provided the chassis is properly grounded. This ensures the operator and the equipment remain at the same electrical potential.

 

Do not connect unless you’re sure the chassis is grounded and designed for ESD dissipation.

 

 

In the absence of a dedicated ESD setup, a properly grounded wall outlet screw can serve as a last-resort grounding point. Use a banana-to-alligator adapter plug. Always confirm that the outlet ground is safe and functional.

 

⚠️ Never connect to an unknown or unverified ground source—it may pose a shock or fire risk.

 

⚠️ Safety & Best Practices

•Ensure the strap’s inner conductive surface touches bare skin for reliable contact.

•HORBEST straps are designed with a 1 MΩ resistor in the ground cord to protect against accidental electrical shock.

•Avoid attaching to electronics unless designed for static grounding.

 

 

To ensure your HORBEST esd wrist straps remain effective, use a HORBEST esd wrist strap tester or esd wrist strap checker to verify electrical resistance. Consistent readings confirm safe and functional grounding.

 

 

HORBEST offers high-performance esd grounding wrist straps, anti-static wrist straps, and complete ESD workstation solutions. Whether you’re building a compliant ESD-safe work area or upgrading your lab, our products are trusted worldwide for quality, comfort, and reliability.

 

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