Fluke 341A - Page 12

static
A Message
From
John Fluke
Mfg.
Co., fnc.
Some semiconductors
and
custom IC’s can be
damaged
by
electrostatic
discharge
during
handling.
This notice explains
how
you can
minimize
the chances of
destroying
such devices
by:
1. Knowing
that there is
a problem.
2. Learning
the guidelines for
handling
them.
3. Using
the procedures,
and
packaging and
bench
techniques
that are
recommended.
The Static
Sensitive
(S.S.)
devices
are
identified in the Fluke technical manual
parts list
with the symbol
The following
practices should
be
followed
to
minimize damage
to S.S. devices.
2. KEEP PARTS IN
ORIGINAL CONTAINERS
4. HANDLE
S.S.
DEVICES BY THE BODY