FAQs and Guides
ESD coating FAQs explain how ProShieldESD sets a new benchmark in static control. Unlike traditional paints or molded plastics filled with carbon or metal powders that lose effectiveness over time, ProShieldESD is a permanent, filler-free conductive polymer solution. This guide answers the most common questions about ESD coatings and the FAQs highlight how ProShieldESD simplifies dissipative and conductive protection across industries.
What is an ESD Coating?
An ESD coating is a protective layer that prevents charge build-up and controls discharge on surfaces. These coatings are critical in electronics, aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and packaging industries.
ProShieldESD integrates conductivity directly into its polymer backbone, delivering permanent dissipative or conductive performance rather than relying on unstable fillers.
How Does ProShieldESD Differ from Traditional ESD Paints?
Conventional ESD paints depend on fillers such as carbon black or metal powders. These can clump, drift, or degrade, causing resistivity to become uneven or drift out of specification over time.
ProShieldESD is different. It uses a 100% conductive polymer matrix, where conductivity is built into the backbone of the polymer itself. This makes the coating:
- Permanent – resistivity remains stable throughout the life of the surface
- Homogeneous – no filler migration, clumping, or uneven zones
- Reliable – consistent compliance with IEC 61340 standards across all environments
In short: ProShieldESD never drifts out of range, even in low-humidity or high-wear conditions.
Learn more about how ProShieldESD’s Technology & Mechanism works on our ProShieldESD Technology page.
Has ProShieldESD Been Tested or Qualified?
Yes. Independent third-party testing confirms compliance with key ESD standards:
- ANSI/ESD STM 7.1 – electrical resistance of flooring and coatings
- ANSI/ESD S20.20-2021 – requirements for static control in electronics manufacturing
Results:
- Surface resistance: stable between 10⁶–10⁷ Ω across 9%, 50% and 70% RH
- Decay time: 1000 V dissipated in <3 seconds (Pass)
✅ Full compliance under all tested conditions
📄 Report: ESDI-0925-0223
ProShieldESD is also in daily use within our own facility on floors, benches, racks, and packaging.
For more background on standards, see the ESDA’s ANSI/ESD S20.20 guidelines.
What Surfaces Can ProShieldESD Coating Be Applied To?
ProShieldESD can be applied to nearly any substrate, including:
- Concrete factory floors
- Plastics, foams, housings
- Metals, racks, fixtures
- Wood, fibreboard, furniture
- Paper cartons and packaging
If you can paint it, you can protect it with ProShieldESD.
What is the Difference Between Conductive, Dissipative, and Anti-Static?
- Conductive: 10⁴–10⁶ Ω/sq – very fast charge movement
- Dissipative: 10⁶–10⁹ Ω/sq – controlled, safe discharge (preferred for electronics)
- Anti-static: >10⁹ Ω/sq – reduces charge build-up but does not provide defined discharge paths
👉 ProShieldESD is tunable across conductive and dissipative ranges, ensuring compliance for global applications. Anti-static protection is available but is not the primary focus.
How Permanent is ProShieldESD Compared to Other Solutions?
Most ESD coatings lose performance under wear, humidity, or ageing. ProShieldESD is different: the polymer itself is conductive, so resistivity remains in range even in dry environments. Only physical surface damage requires touch-up.
This makes ProShieldESD a true lifetime solution, unlike paints that depend on unstable filler systems.
Is ProShieldESD Safe and Standards-Compliant?
Yes. ProShieldESD coatings are:
- Tested to ESDA, IEC, and ANSI/ESD standards
- RoHS and REACH compliant
- Available in water-based, solvent-based, polyurethane, and epoxy chemistries
- Offered with low-VOC and eco-friendly options
How Do I Choose the Right Chemistry?
The best chemistry depends on the substrate and operating environment:
- Polyurethane – flexible plastics and foams
- Epoxy – floors, metals, heavy-duty use
- Water-based – packaging, eco-sensitive areas
- Solvent-based – harsh outdoor conditions
💡 Talk to us to discuss your application and find the ideal formulation. Alternatively, visit our Chemistries & Formats section and choose the right formula.
🌐 For more FAQs and detail on our technology, chemistries and the potential applications, visit the
ProShieldESD official website.
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Why Choose ProShieldESD for Static Control?
Choosing ProShieldESD means more than applying a coating — it’s adopting a new generation of permanent conductive polymer technology that outperforms traditional ESD paints and materials.
Permanent Performance – Conductivity built into the polymer backbone, not fillers, ensuring lifetime stability.- Dissipative & Conductive Tunability – One system tailored to IEC 61340 standards across industries and environments.
- Wide Application Range – Floors, walls, packaging, plastics, metals, foams — if you can paint it, you can protect it.
- Cost-Effective Innovation – Replace expensive engineered plastics and additives with an affordable coating solution.
- Eco & Compliance Ready – RoHS and REACH compliant, with water-based and low-VOC options available.
- Proven & Tested – Independent verification to ANSI/ESD and IEC standards, with stable results across humidity levels.
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