ESD Anti-Static Vinyl Flooring

Product Overview

Unitech ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) anti-static vinyl flooring is a specialised homogeneous PVC sheet formulated with conductive carbon particles distributed throughout the full thickness. Unlike surface-coated anti-static treatments, the conductivity is permanent — it cannot wear off or be cleaned away.

Designed for environments where uncontrolled electrostatic discharge can damage sensitive electronic components, ignite flammable materials, or disrupt precision instruments. Surface resistance is controlled between 10^6 and 10^8 Ω (ohms), meeting IEC 61340-5-1 requirements for EPA (Electrostatic Protected Area) flooring.

Key Features

Permanent static dissipative properties — full-thickness conductivity
Surface resistance: 10^6-10^8 Ω (IEC 61340-4-1)
Body voltage generation: <100V (IEC 61340-4-5)
Heat-welded seamless joints for full ESD continuity
BS 476 Class 1 fire rating
EN 649 Group T abrasion resistance
Chemical resistant — withstands IPA and solvent cleaning
Available in 2.0mm thickness
Standard colour: Grey; other colours on request

Copper grounding strip included

Each installation includes self-adhesive copper grounding tape (25mm x 0.05mm) laid in a grid pattern beneath the flooring and connected to a common earth point. This ensures uniform charge dissipation across the entire floor area.

Technical Specifications

Physical Properties
Total Thickness	2.0 mm (EN 428)
Wear Layer	N/A (full-thickness conductivity)
Roll Width	2.0 m (standard)
Roll Length	20 m per roll
Weight	~3.0 kg/m²
Dimensional Stability	≤0.25% (EN 434)
Flexibility	No cracking at Ø20mm mandrel
Indentation Resistance	≤0.10mm (EN 433)

Performance & Electrical
Surface Resistance Rg	10^6-10^8 Ω (IEC 61340-4-1)
Vertical Resistance Rv	≤10^9 Ω (IEC 61340-4-1)
Body Voltage	<100V (IEC 61340-4-5)
Walking Test	<100V (IEC 61340-4-5, 23°C/25%RH)
Fire Rating	BS 476 Class 1 / EN 13501-1 Bfl-s1
Slip Resistance	R10 (DIN 51130)
Abrasion Resistance	EN 649 Group T
VOC Emissions	FloorScore certified (low VOC)

Application Scenarios

Electronics Manufacturing

SMT assembly lines, PCB production, component handling. Protects Class 1A & 1B ESD-sensitive devices.

Server Rooms & Data Centres

Prevents electrostatic damage to servers, routers, and storage equipment during maintenance.

Laboratories

Analytical labs, calibration rooms, research facilities with sensitive electronic instruments.

Healthcare (MRI/CT Rooms)

Medical imaging suites where static discharge can interfere with diagnostic equipment.

Aerospace & Defence

Avionics workshops, satellite assembly cleanrooms. Meets MIL-STD-1686 ESD control requirements.

Telecommunications

Exchange rooms, base station equipment areas. Protects sensitive transmission hardware.

Explosive Atmospheres

ATEX zones where static spark could ignite flammable gases, vapours, or dust.

Semiconductor Fabs

Wafer fabrication and testing areas. Compatible with cleanroom protocols to ISO Class 5.