SMT, PCB Electronics Industry News

Light Pipes Reduce ESD Risks

May 01, 2003

Press-fit panel-mount light pipes can protect circuits from accidental ESD by isolating the PCB from human contact.

Bivar's PLP series devices - now available from Optosource, the specialist LED distribution arm of Marl International - also ensure that front panels present a uniform display, enhancing viewer confidence.

Ideal for any application where consistent indication is vital, PLP series light pipes are press fit by hand from the rear of the panel.

No additional hardware or special tools are required for installation, reducing assembly time and cost.

The light pipes can be used in panels up to 2.4mm thick and completely fill a 3mm diameter drill hole, blocking RFI and EMI noise leaks.

Removing the need for tricky, expensive and permanent mounting of components to front panels, PLP light pipes from Optosource are available in a wide range of colours and standard lengths, and will transfer light from through hole or surface mount LEDs.

They can also be used with self-retaining clips for extra retention and improved contrast.

Marl International

www.marl.co.uk

Feb 16, 2012 -

SMTnet Names David Fish (aka "davef") Technical Editor of SMT Express & Ombudsman of SMTnet Forums.

Nov 03, 2011 -

SMTA INTERNATIONAL FT WORTH

Oct 16, 2010 -

SMTnet to Present at SMTAI Orlando 2010

Jul 12, 2010 -

Glenn Seely Named SMTnet Sales Manager

Apr 28, 2010 -

SMTA China Awards Megan Wendling Councilor of the Year 2010

Feb 08, 2010 -

Major New Trade Show for Brazil Is Introduced

Jan 21, 2010 -

Microscan Opens Northeast Technology Center in Nashua, NH

Dec 03, 2009 -

The Industry Loses an Icon

Sep 26, 2009 -

The Electronics Industry Loses a Consummate Professional

Jul 10, 2003 -

PCB East 2003 Announces Final Conference and Exhibition Program

228 more news from SMTnet »

Jun 04, 2024 -

Guide to Metal Fabrications: Tailored Process to Production

Jun 03, 2024 -

PVA to Co-Exhibit with TKT Technology at EV Asia 2024

Jun 03, 2024 -

Accu-Assembly Inc. Expands Component Storage Management with AccuLiFT™ and AccuCart™ Products

Jun 03, 2024 -

TAGARNO Expands U.S. Operations with Enhanced Customer Support

Jun 03, 2024 -

North American EMS Industry Down 2.1 Percent in April

Jun 03, 2024 -

North American PCB Industry Sales Up 9.4 Percent in April

Jun 03, 2024 -

Altus and Fuji Bring 'Factory of the Future' Vision to Life With Technology Event

Jun 03, 2024 -

Clarity in Innovation: Pioneering Functional Optical Solutions

May 31, 2024 -

OMD Types and Techniques

May 30, 2024 -

Selective Wave Soldering Machine: A Guide to Superior Soldering

See electronics manufacturing industry news »

Light Pipes Reduce ESD Risks news release has been viewed 621 times

One stop service for all SMT and PCB needs

See Your 2024 IPC Certification Training Schedule for Eptac