Anti-static conductive foam ESD protection
Materials · ESD Protection Foams

Anti-Static, Static Dissipative & Conductive Foam

Three specialised ESD foam grades protecting sensitive electronic components from electrostatic discharge during manufacturing, packaging, shipping, and storage. kristoFOAM supplies all three ranges in a variety of foams, densities, and fabricated products.

Anti-StaticStatic DissipativeConductiveEMI Shielding
Material Overview

ESD Foam — Precision Protection for Electronics

Electrostatic discharge is one of the leading causes of damage to sensitive electronic components damage that is often invisible but catastrophic to performance and reliability. ESD foams are engineered with conductive or dissipative agents incorporated into the foam matrix, giving each grade a precisely controlled electrical resistance range that either prevents static buildup, safely dissipates charges, or instantly drains them away. kristoFOAM supplies all three grades in polyurethane, polyethylene, and crosslinked PE base foams, die-cut, laminated, or fabricated to your exact specifications.

ESD foam
Three Precision ESD Grades
Three Precision ESD Grades
Anti-static, static dissipative, and conductive each grade is engineered to a specific electrical resistance range, giving you the exact level of ESD protection your components require.
Prevents Costly ESD Damage
Prevents Costly ESD Damage
ESD damage is often invisible at the time of occurrence but causes latent failures in the field. The right foam grade eliminates static buildup or safely dissipates charges before they can reach sensitive components.
Multiple Base Foam Options
Multiple Base Foam Options
ESD treatment is available across polyurethane, polyethylene, and crosslinked PE base foams allowing you to specify the right combination of ESD grade, cushioning performance, and density for your application.
Custom Die-Cut & Fabricated
Custom Die-Cut & Fabricated
All ESD foam grades are available as raw sheet and roll stock, or custom fabricated into die-cut inserts, trays, convoluted pads, and complete packaging systems to your exact part drawings.
Choose Your Grade

The ESD Resistance Spectrum

ESD foams are classified by their surface resistance, the lower the resistance, the faster a charge is drained. Selecting the correct grade depends on the sensitivity of the components being protected and the environment in which the foam is used.

Anti-Static
Static Dissipative
Conductive
Lower ResistanceHigher Resistance
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Anti-Static

Anti-Static Foam

Inhibits the buildup of static electricity on the foam surface. The highest resistance of the three ESD grades ideal for general electronics packaging where contact-level static prevention is sufficient.

Typical Uses
  • General PCB packaging
  • Consumer electronics inserts
  • Component storage trays
  • Retail electronics packaging
  • Shipping foam for low-sensitivity parts
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Static Dissipative

Static Dissipative Foam

The mid-range ESD grade safely dissipates static charges at a controlled rate, reducing the risk of damaging discharge spikes. Widely specified in electronics manufacturing and handling environments.

Typical Uses
  • ESD-safe work surface matting
  • Semiconductor handling
  • Circuit board storage and transport
  • Electronics manufacturing line foam
  • Military electronics packaging
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Conductive

Conductive Foam

The highest-performance ESD grade instantly drains charges to ground and provides excellent EMI shielding. Essential for protecting the most sensitive components and for applications requiring electromagnetic interference suppression.

Typical Uses
  • IC chip and microprocessor packaging
  • EMI shielding gaskets
  • Aerospace electronics
  • Defence and military electronics
  • High-frequency component handling

Unsure which ESD grade is right for your components? Our team can help you select the correct resistance range and base foam type for your application and environment.

Technical Data

ESD Foam Technical Specifications

VIEW TECHNICAL SHEET

Key electrical and physical properties across all three ESD foam grades. Exact values vary by base foam type and formulation contact us for specific data sheets and test reports.

All Grades
Base Foam Types
PU, PE, XLPE
Multiple base materials available
All Grades
Standard
ANSI/ESD
S20.20 & IEC 61340 compatible
All Grades
Available Forms
Sheet, Roll, Die-Cut
Custom trays & fabricated parts
Grades
Colour
Pink / Black / Grey
Grade-coded by colour convention
Common Uses

Where ESD Foam Is Used

From consumer electronics packaging to aerospace component handling, ESD foam protects sensitive electronics throughout the entire product lifecycle manufacturing, testing, shipping, and storage.

PCB & Electronics Packaging
PCB & Electronics Packaging
Custom foam inserts and trays protecting printed circuit boards, assembled electronics, and sensitive components throughout shipping, storage, and field service operations.
IC Chip & Semiconductor Handling
IC Chip & Semiconductor Handling
Conductive foam provides instant charge drainage for the most sensitive integrated circuits, microprocessors, and semiconductor devices during handling and transport.
Electronics Manufacturing
Electronics Manufacturing
Static dissipative foam for work surface matting, component staging, and in-process handling on electronics assembly lines safely controlling charges without damaging discharge spikes.
Consumer Electronics Retail
Consumer Electronics Retail
Anti-static foam inserts for consumer electronics retail packaging protecting products from static buildup during display, handling, and last-mile delivery.
Aerospace & Defence Electronics
Aerospace & Defence Electronics
Conductive foam with EMI shielding for sensitive avionics, communications equipment, and defence electronics requiring both ESD protection and electromagnetic interference suppression.
Medical Device Electronics
Medical Device Electronics
ESD foam for packaging and handling medical electronics, diagnostic equipment, and implantable device components where both electrostatic protection and material cleanliness are critical.
Product Gallery

ESD Foam Products & Forms

Available in sheets, rolls, die-cut inserts, convoluted profiles, and custom fabricated trays and cases in anti-static, static dissipative, and conductive grades across polyurethane and polyethylene base foams.

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