Anti-Static Foam

Anti-static foam is a polyurethane foam that is mixed with a chemical that makes it have anti-static properties. It is dyed pink for easy visual identification. Anti-static foam dissipates electro-static charge. This is especially crucial for the shipping and protection of electrical parts and equipment.

Why Anti-Static Foam?

Whenever you are shipping or storing any type of electronic component, it is vital that you protect it using this type of specialized anti-static foam. For smaller pieces of equipment that only need protection from static charge, thin anti-static foam sheets will do the trick. For larger components that need protection from static shock or damage, using a more heavy-duty anti-static foam packaging is the wisest option. For this, we recommend using anti-static polyethylene foam. This kind of foam is formulated similarly to its traditional counterpart in that it insulates against static electricity, but it is much denser and more vibration dampening. Using anti-static polyethylene foam to line a shipping or storage box will go a long way to protect your equipment from damage.

What's the Right Anti-Static Foam for You?

When choosing what type of specialized foam to use to protect your electronic components, figure out if you need something rigid or something soft. This can depend on the weight and rigidity of the item that you are shipping. A more rigid or sharp product may require the more rigid Polyethylene, while something more lightweight and smaller may require the regular Anti-Static foam. If you want foam that can cradle your product better than a flat surface, you can also go with an eggcrate option for some extra help. Eggcrate foam can also give your packaging a more professional look. No matter what anti-static foam you decide on, the most important thing is that anti-static foam will dissipate electro-static discharge that would otherwise be caused by your product rubbing against packaging without anti-static properties.

Luckily, here at Foam Factory, we've got a great selection of these anti-static foam types in a variety of sizes. Can't find what you need? Contact Us, and we will be happy to help you get what you need to protect your electronic products!