Grounding is the part of an ESD programme auditors check first. Phil Industries supplies anti-static grounding kits, earth bonding plugs, coiled wrist cords, heel straps and continuous monitors in Singapore — sized for one bench or a whole line.
🔌 Which grounding part do you need?
| Accessory | Grounds | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grounding kit | Operator + surface | New single workstation | Fastest route to a compliant bench |
| Earth bonding plug | Mat / bench | Common-point ground | Takes multiple studs |
| Coiled wrist cord | Operator | Seated assembly | Replaceable wear part |
| Heel straps | Operator | Standing lines, visitors | Needs ESD flooring to work |
| Wrist strap + monitor | Operator | Audited / high-value work | Alarms on failure |
📊 Why 1 MΩ sits in the cord
Role of the current-limiting resistor
| Cord configuration | What happens to the charge |
|---|---|
| No resistor | Charge drains fast, operator unprotected |
| 1 MΩ in series | Charge still drains, current limited |
| Insulated / broken cord | No path — charge accumulates |
Schematic comparison, not measured data. The 1 MΩ resistor limits current if the operator contacts live mains while wearing the strap.
🏷️ Anti-static grounding — same job, different name
Anti-static grounding, ESD earthing and electrostatic discharge grounding all describe the same thing: giving charge a controlled path to earth. Search terms differ; the hardware does not.
📚 Standards referenced
| ANSI/ESD S20.20 | ESD control programme requirements |
|---|---|
| IEC 61340-5-1 | Protection of electronic devices from electrostatic phenomena |
| ANSI/ESD S1.1 | Wrist straps — test methods and requirements |
| ANSI/ESD S6.1 | Grounding requirements for an EPA |
❓ Frequently asked questions
What is in an ESD grounding kit?
Typically a dissipative mat, a common-point ground cord and a wrist strap with coiled cord — everything needed to make one bench compliant.
Why is a 1 MΩ resistor used in grounding cords?
It limits current if the operator touches live mains while strapped. Charge still drains; the operator is protected.
Do heel straps work on any floor?
No. They need ESD footwear logic — a dissipative floor to complete the circuit.
Do you stock grounding accessories in Singapore?
Yes. Kits, plugs and cords are held locally with same-day quotation.
What counts as electrostatic discharge accessories?
In ANSI/ESD S20.20 terms, electrostatic discharge accessories are the small parts that complete a grounded workstation: earth bonding plugs, common point ground cords, mat grounding cords, wrist strap coil cords, heel and toe straps, and the testers that verify them. Therefore this category is the place to buy ESD accessories in Singapore as a set rather than one part at a time.
Can I buy an anti static grounding kit online in Singapore?
Yes. Because we are a B2B distributor, you request a quotation online or by WhatsApp (+65 9853 9030) rather than paying at checkout, and we dispatch from Ubi the same or next working day. For example, a typical bench kit is one earth bonding plug, one common point ground cord, one mat cord and one wrist strap with coil cord.
✅ Specify your grounding
Tell us how many benches and whether operators sit or stand. Call +65 6555 1745 or email kenneth@phil-industries.com.sg.
