Cleanroom NovaStat AntiStatic Tape

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is a fast transfer of electrical charge that can damage or weaken ESD-sensitive devices (ESDS). The challenge is that ESD damage can be latent: parts may pass initial checks but fail later under stress, in test, or in the field. That is why high-reliability industries build ESD control into every step—receiving, kitting, assembly, inspection, packaging, and shipping.

Effective ESD control is a system: grounding (people and work surfaces), verification/testing, training, and the correct materials at the point of use. Consumables matter because the “last inch” of handling is often where damage happens—especially during sealing, bagging, or rework.

NovaStat™ (ASTPC) is an anti-static, transparent amber tape designed for protected sealing and packaging in ESD-sensitive environments. In practical terms, it is used when a standard tape could generate charge during application or removal, adding avoidable risk at a critical handling step.

In electronics-related cleanrooms, you are often managing two risks at once: contamination (particles/films) and ESD damage. Static charge can increase particle attraction and disrupt disciplined handling; likewise, “office-grade” consumables can introduce residues or inconsistent behavior. Using purpose-built ESD consumables helps keep packaging and staging steps controlled, repeatable, and easier to standardize.

• Use tape as part of the system: Pair ESD-safe tape with verified grounding (wrist straps/heel grounders) and ESD-safe packaging so the entire workflow is consistent.
• Control point-of-use handling: Keep rolls bagged until needed; return rolls to controlled storage to reduce cross-area migration.
• Train for “removal discipline”: Tape removal is a frequent charge-generation moment; define a consistent method in SOPs for packaging opening and re-sealing.
• Standardize SKUs: Lock in one tape spec per workflow (width/length/core) to reduce substitutions and variation across shifts.

Two widely referenced frameworks for ESD control programs are ANSI/ESD S20.20 and IEC 61340-5-1. Both are centered on defining an ESD Control Program with administrative controls (training, compliance verification) and technical controls (grounding, materials selection, and verification).

• If you manufacture/handle electronics, these standards inform what “good” looks like for building and maintaining an ESD Protected Area (EPA).
• Consumables such as ESD-safe tapes are typically selected as part of the materials control strategy for packaging, labeling, and transport.

• Program-minded selection: We help customers build complete ESD kits (wrist straps, heel grounders, testers/monitors, mats, tapes) instead of piecemeal purchases.
• Documentation support: Manufacturer specs and catalogs are available for qualification packets, training, and internal SOP references.
• Consistent supply planning: Consumables like tape are frequently “quiet” failure points. Standardize and re-order reliably (including Auto-Ship where appropriate).
• Works for cleanroom and non-cleanroom users: ESD risk exists anywhere sensitive electronics are handled—labs, repair benches, assembly lines, and shipping stations.