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ESD Curtains – Antistatic Curtains

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OVERVIEW

Akon can supply you with ESD Curtains. These Antistatic Curtains are critical for applications where any electrical discharge could pose an explosion risk or damage critical components. Unlike topically treated antistatic materials which can wear off after prolonged use, our line of industrial curtains is completely antistatic. The ESD PVC film has an anti-static agent added at the compound stage making it last longer. Also available are ESD grid curtains.

Common Applications

The appearance of these antistatic curtains is the same as any common PVC film. Both sides of the film have the same properties. These curtains are commonly used in the following applications. The Industrial ESD PVC curtains also have a great  draping ability so that they can be used as protective covering for carts, instruments, or even entire walls.

  • Cleanroom ESD Curtains
  • Semiconductor ESD Curtains
  • Microelectronics ESD Curtains
  • Production processes sensitive to electricity

Available Sizes and Thicknesses

Akon has the ability to modify the ESD curtain films into almost any size and shape. The available colors are clear, black and frosted. However, the thickness of the material does vary based on your application.

  • 14 Mil Film
  • 40 Mil (1.0mm)
  • 60 Mil (1.5mm)
  • 80 Mil (2.0mm)
  • 120 Mil (3.0mm)
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Material Options

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Common Configurations

ESD Grid Curtain / Antistatic Curtain Film

These curtains are an ideal barrier curtain wall for sensitive environments. The honeycomb grids are installed on both sides of the PVC curtain for additional dissipation of static electricity. The material is 12mil thick.

  • Material is thin which compacts easily
  • The PVC grid curtains are less expensive than thicker materials
  • The PVC can ship in rolls that are quick to deploy
  • The conductive scrim grounds the static charges
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ESD Strip Curtains and Doors

Strip curtains allow the rapid movement of people and material from one side to the other. The strips come in widths of 4” up to 24” depending on your application needs.

  • ESD Strips come in thickness from .080” to .240”
  • Mounting hardware comes in stainless, aluminum or galvanized
  • Strips can be purchased in bulk rolls or pre-cut and punched
  • They are easy to replace should they become damaged
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ESD PVC Curtain Walls

Like the anti-static grid curtain shown above, the curtain walls are generally thicker and more robust. They come in thicknesses from 14 mil to 120 mil. These can be installed as static fixed in place barriers or movable side-to-side walls via industrial track.

  • Can be hundreds of feet wide to section off large spaces
  • Sections can be Velcro or magnet attached
  • PVC comes in all clear, tinted, solid color, or frosted
  • The curtains can be secured to the floor for a clean finish
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ESD Vinyl Curtain Walls

Less expensive than the thicker ESD PVC curtain material above, the ESD Vinyl curtains are thinner and more flexible. They are custom made to your specific requirements just like the other materials.

  • Light forest green front and black back
  • Can be double layered for black front and back or green front and back
  • Static dissipative green front and conductive black back
  • Surface resistance on the green side of 109 – 1010 ohms
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Common Questions

What's the difference between ESD Anti-Static vs Anti-Static Coated?

  • ESD - Has anti-static proprieties that are part of the PVC and can never wear off. (Most Expensive, Longest Lasting and Highest possible Anti-Static Properties). ESD comes in 2 styles which are Outgassing and Non-Outgassing.
  • Anti-Static Coated - Has a sprayed on Anti-Static Coating which with enough time and friction might wear off. (Least Expensive)

ESD Outgassing Vs Non-Outgassing?

  • Outgassing - Anti-static properties are built in not sprayed on so the curtains will need to be cleaned periodically as the anti-static properties that are attached to the plasticizers migrate to the surface. This will not degrade the material as you can't wipe away the anti-static properties as they are part of the polymer. This happens with all ESD curtains on the market. There is also an aroma to the curtains. Cleaning it periodically is highly recommended – every 3-6 months depending on the environment.
  • Non-Outgassing - This material which is also called thermoplastic polyurethane is inherently anti-static and is a true non-outgassing esd anti-static curtain. However, the non-outgassing esd curtains are more expensive. Since this material does not outgas the smell would also be considered neutral.

What is surface resistance?

  • Surface resistance is a measurement of how easily an electric charge can travel across a medium. Conductive materials are those that have a surface resistance of less than 1 x 105 ohms/square. Dissipative items have a surface resistance of more than 1 x 105, but less than 1 x 1011 ohms square.
  • Antistatic materials are generally referred to as any material which inhibits triboelectric charging. This kind of charging is the buildup of an electric charge by rubbing or contact with another material.
  • An insulative material is one that has a surface resistance of greater than 1 x 1012 ohms square

Does AKON offer spray-on ESD inhibitors?

  • No. Spray-on inhibitors wear off in a short time. The ESD-resistance properties in ESD materials are part of the formulation of the vinyl. That means the ESD-resistant properties are permanent. They do not wear off.

Can ESD curtains be used outdoors?

    • No. they are not ideal for outdoor use: The sun causes the anti-static properties to bloom and migrate to the surface making the strips greasy and cloudy
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Hardware

 

Solid Curtain Hardware


Static Mount

Rolling Hardware

  • 16 gauge galvanized steel tracks
  • Nylon roller hooks for easy opening
  • 6 mounting styles to connect to various structures
  • Free standing hardware for up to 20' in height

Static Hardware

  • Aluminum angle - Use with self tapping Tek screws
  • I-beam clamps - Clamps onto the flange of beams, joists and purlins

 

Strip Curtain Hardware


Static Mount

  • Header Mount
  • Wall Mount
  • Universal Mount
  • Threaded Rod Mount (Just a Feature of Universal Mount)

Free-Standing Mount

  • Supported from the floor up
  • Used in open floors when you can support from above

Rolling Hardware

  • Allow the strips to roll out of the way
  • Ideal for complete access when strips are not needed
  • Note the strips roll like a barn door and do not fold up

Solid Curtains

40 Mil PVC - ESD- Outgassing

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  • Pricing: $$
  • Available in clear, translucent, tinted red, tinted amber, white and black
  • NFPA fire retardant and CFM fire retardant
  • Outgassing: Yes
  • Finished edges for clean crisp appearance
  • Double or triple hems used where needed for longevity
  • Ideal for temperatures going as low as 10° F to 140° F
  • 40 mil = 40mil thick, 3.95 oz. per square foot
  • Download PDF specification sheet

 

40 Mil PVC - ESD - Non-Outgassing

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  • Pricing: $$$
  • Available in clear, opaque black and opaque white
  • NFPA fire retardant and CFM fire retardant
  • Passes ASTM E84-00A
  • Passes NFPA-701-2004 TEST METHOD 2
  • Class 1 fire rated
  • Lowest smoke ratings of any clear material on the market
  • Outgassing: No
  • Ultra Clean Low Ionics
  • Finished edges for clean crisp appearance
  • Double or triple hems used where needed for longevity
  • Ideal for temperatures going as low as 10° F to 140° F
  • 40 mil = 40mil thick, 3.95 oz. per square foot
  • Download PDF specification sheet

13oz Vinyl - ESD

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  • Pricing: $
  • Light forest green front and black back
  • Static dissipating green front and conductive black back
  • Surface resistivity on green side of 109 – 1010 ohms
  • Finished edges for clean crisp appearance
  • Fire retardant
  • 13 oz = .016″ thick, 1.44 oz. per square foot
  • Download PDF specification sheet

 

12mil Film - ESD Grid

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  • Pricing: $
  • The most economical esd anti static curtains
  • Clear with discharging black carbon grid coating
  • Very flexible and easy to field trim
  • Sold as 54" x 300' roll or as a custom curtain
  • Fire retardant
  • Roll Weight: 100 lbs - Per Full 300' roll
  • Download PDF specification sheet
Strip Curtains

PVC - Coated - Outgassing

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  • Pricing: $
  • Available in Clear
  • Coated strips have anti-static properties applied to the surface
  • NFPA fire retardant and CFM fire retardant
  • Outgassing: Yes
  • Ideal for temperatures going as low as 10° F to 140° F
  • Thicknesses: See below
  • Download PDF specification sheet

PVC - ESD- Outgassing

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  • Pricing: $$
  • Available in clear, translucent, tinted red, tinted amber, white and black
  • NFPA fire retardant and CFM fire retardant
  • Outgassing: Yes
  • Ideal for temperatures going as low as 10° F to 140° F
  • Thicknesses: See below
  • Download PDF specification sheet

 

PVC - ESD - Non-Outgassing

Strips-ESD-PVC-Curtains

  • Pricing: $$$
  • Available in clear, opaque black and opaque white
  • NFPA fire retardant and CFM fire retardant
  • Passes ASTM E84-00A
  • Passes NFPA-701-2004 TEST METHOD 2
  • Class 1 fire rated
  • Lowest smoke ratings of any clear material on the market
  • Outgassing: No
  • Ultra Clean Low Ionics
  • Ideal for temperatures going as low as 10° F to 140° F
  • Thicknesses: See below
  • Download PDF specification sheet

 

Strip Sizes

  • 8" width x .080" thick
  • 12" width x .120" thick
  • 16" width x .160" thick
  • 24" width x .160" thick

 

Hole Spacing

The pvc strip curtains come with holes punched every 2" (see example of 8" wide strip below). This allows the strips to fit the vast majority of strip curtain hardware on the market. Please note that you can also purchase the strips without any mounting holes. Some customers choose to use their own hardware and punch their own mounting holes onsite. Loop style is also available for mounting to bars and tubes. If you want just strips then please see this page.

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Benefits

Key Benefits

  • Less expensive than rigid walls
  • Can be taken down quickly when not needed
  • Can be re-purposed in other areas
  • Ability to purchase more curtains and attach to existing curtains
  • Divide clean work areas quickly
  • ESD clean curtains improve worker safety
  • Quick to roll out of way when not in use
  • Easy to clean with slick surface of Vinyl
  • Contain air migration, odors, dust, and over-spray
  • Lifetime warranty on all hardware and 5 year warranty on curtains

Common Layouts

AKON can supply just about any layout you can think of. Below are some common styles. They can be single sided, double-sided, triple sided, four-sided or multiple straights to create complete enclosures. You simply inform AKON about your desired design and we will have it fabricated exactly as you need it. For customized layouts, sketch your design and upload it using our online RFQ form. See button below.

How to Measure

Width

  • Measure the distance that you are trying to cover
    • We will generally add 5% to this dimension to give your curtain proper drape.
    • When you receive your quote, the hardware width will be the actual width.

Height

  • Measure the distance from the floor to the mounting point
    • We will subtract 3" to account for the hardware to keep your curtain just off of the ground.
      • If you want the floor sweep option, we also subtract the 3". This will allow the floor sweep to lay slightly on the floor while the main curtain is just off of the floor.
      • If you have a sloped ceiling please provide us with the high point height and the low point height. We will assume it is a linear straight slope.

 

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Common Questions


What is the spacing from the bottom of the track to the top of the curtain?
  • Standard curtains have approximately 3.75 to 1″ of a gap from the bottom of the track to the top of the curtain.
Spacing from Track

What are the dimensions of the track?

Can the track be cut to size as required on site?
  • Yes, the track is made to be field cut on site using a hack saw or sawzall.
How much width does the radius corner add to the length?
  • A radius corner has a 2' radius. So if you input 10' for curtain length you will end up with 12' when you attach the radius corner. If that is too long then simply cut the track onsite and the radius will still work.
How does the track go together?
  • The track is modular in design and will arrive in pieces that have a simple bolt together design.
How close together do I need the track supports?
  • The track should be supported approximately every 5' with a track support. The farther apart the track supports, the greater the deflection. If you have a relatively short in height curtain then you could space the supports out a little farther. You will receive enough track supports with your order to achieve this 5' spacing.
Can I simply drill straight through the track and into the ceiling / structure?
  • Yes. This is called a flush mount install and is very common. Simply drill through the middle of the track and use a small wood screw, bolt, Tek screw...ect into your structure. Space the holes about every 3-5'.
How hard is it to install the industrial curtain track?
  • It is very easy. All of the components simply fit into each other and connect with set screws. The installation is very intuitive. If you have any difficulty simply call or email us and we will walk you through the process.
Will the track rust? Can it be used in wet environments?
  • The track is Hot-dip galvanizing (HDG) which is often used to protect steel from corrosion in some of the harshest environments imaginable, yet it provides maintenance-free longevity for decades. The corrosion resistance of hot-dip galvanizing varies according to its surroundings but generally corrodes at a rate of 1/30 of bare steel in the same environment.

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