Electrostatic Discharge


Electrostatic Discharge

(hardware, testing)(ESD) One kind of test that hardwareusually has to pass to prove it is suitable for sale and use.The hardware must still work after is has been subjected tosome level of electrostatic discharge. Some organisationshave their own ESD requirements which hardware must meetbefore it will be considered for purchase.

Different countries have different legal regulations aboutlevels of ESD.

See also Radio Frequency Interference, Electromagnetic Compatibility.