Anti-static wrist strap
ElectronicsA grounding strap that bleeds off static before it kills a component.
- Approx. cost
- $5–$20
- Weight
- 1–3 oz
- Used in
- 3 kits
Purpose
Protect sensitive circuit boards from static discharge during handling.
Used in kits
- Mobile IT Support Kit
Electronics & Radio
- Small Electronics Repair Kit
Electronics & Radio
- RC Car Race Day Kit
Hobby & Making
Alternatives
- Frequent self-grounding— Touch bare metal often; less reliable than a strap.
Maintenance notes
- Check the clip and cord continuity occasionally.
Buying considerations
- Pair it with an ESD mat for bench work.
- A snap-on cord makes it easy to clip to a ground point.
Page history & editing
Revision status: approved Last edited 2026-07-01 by human editor