What Are Anti-Static Bubble Pouches and How Do They Work?
Everything you need to know about anti-static bubble pouches and ESD protection.
What are anti-static bubble pouches?
Quick answer
Anti-static bubble pouches are pink-tinted, ESD-treated bubble wrap sleeves that protect electronic components from both static damage and physical impact. The anti-static coating dissipates electrical charge at the packaging surface (10^9-10^12 ohms), preventing static buildup that could discharge through sensitive components. The bubble cushioning protects against drops and impacts. Available in sizes from small IC pouches to large motherboard pouches. Used throughout electronics manufacturing, repair, and distribution.
How do they work?
Prevents static from accumulating to damaging levels.
Protects against drops, compression, and vibration.
Component shielded from external static sources.
Everyone in the supply chain recognises anti-static packaging.
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Types available
Anti-static (pink, 10^9-10^12 ohms), static shielding (metallic, Faraday cage), and conductive (black, below 10^5 ohms). Open-end and self-seal. Standard and large bubble. Sizes from 100mm to 500mm+.
When to use them
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Pink-tinted, ESD-treated bubble sleeves that protect electronics from static and impact.
Anti-static coating dissipates charge. Bubbles cushion against physical impact.
Pink is the industry standard colour for anti-static packaging identification.
Anti-static, static shielding, and conductive. Open-end and self-seal.
For any component with semiconductors, ICs, or static-sensitive elements.
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