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IC Topical Anti-Stat

(1 customer review)
Price range: $15.60 through $30.35

IC Topical Antistat is used to eliminate static charge buildup on plastics, boxes, carpets and other static generating materials.  

  • Made in the USAScottsdale, AZ, since 1983
  • FDA registered facilityNo. 3004167955
  • GSA contract holderGSA MAS contract 47QSMS24D0078
SKU: ICAS
Technician spraying from a blue spray bottle and wiping down a blue bench mat with a cloth beside his soldering station

Static prevention

Built for the things you can’t ground

Plastics, boxes, carpets and packaging build charge all day. Treat them, and the static has somewhere to go.

01
Coats the surfaceSpray it on and let it dry. It leaves an antistatic layer that cuts tribocharging and static buildup.
02
Cuts dust clingWith less static on the surface, dust and dirt stop clinging to it.
03
Nothing to contaminateContains no alcohol, ammonia, amines or silicones. Non-flammable and odorless.

The numbers

Tested, not just claimed

0.07 secAverage static decay at 12% relative humidity on treated insulative film (Electro-Tech Systems, FTM 101C Method 4046)
<0.01 secStatic decay at 40% relative humidity, same test
109 Ω/sqSurface resistivity of treated film at 12% RH (5.51×109, ASTM D257): static dissipative
S20.20Supports an ANSI/ESD S20.20 program

How it works

A thin layer that lets charge bleed off

Insulative materials hold a charge because it has nowhere to go. A topical antistat gives it a path.

The ingredientQuaternary ammonium antistat

Antistats of this type are cationic and draw a trace of moisture from the air onto the surface. That makes the surface slightly conductive, so charge dissipates instead of building up.

Low humidityTested dry

Static is worst when the air is dry. That’s why the decay test was run at 12% relative humidity as well as 40%.

The bottleStatic-dissipative spray bottle

Sold in 16 oz and 32 oz static-dissipative blue spray bottles, because ordinary plastic spray bottles shouldn’t be used around static-sensitive components.

Questions crews ask

FAQ

What can I treat with it?
Plastics, boxes, carpets, fabrics, curtains, terminals, screens, handheld equipment and other static-generating materials. Spray it on liberally and let it dry thoroughly.
Does it replace grounding or wrist straps?
No. It supports an ANSI/ESD S20.20 program by treating insulative items that can’t be grounded. Keep your grounding, wrist straps and other controls in place.
How long does a treatment last?
It’s a temporary treatment, and we don’t publish a fixed re-treat interval. Tell us what you’re treating and how it’s handled, and we’ll help you set one.
Will it stain fabrics or carpet?
The formula is mild and made not to leave chemical stains, and it’s compatible with carpets, clothes and curtains.
What precautions are on the label?
Not to be taken internally. Keep out of reach of children, use adequate ventilation, avoid prolonged skin contact, and always wear safety glasses or goggles.
How should I store it?
Store it in a cool place in the original container, out of direct sunlight, and avoid temperatures above 115°F. It can be stored for up to 2 years from the date of manufacture.
What sizes are there?
16 oz and 32 oz static-dissipative blue spray bottles, and a 1 gallon refill.
Can I get samples, pricing or buy through GSA?
Yes. Request a free sample, ask about distributor and volume pricing, or buy through GSA MAS contract 47QSMS24D0078.

The details

A topical antistat for the things you can't ground

I.C. Topical Anti-Stat is a general-purpose antistat for static prevention in critical manufacturing, electronics and cleanroom environments. It is for ESD coordinators, bench techs and quality teams who have insulative items in the work area that can't be grounded: handheld equipment, plastics, boxes, packaging, carpets, fabrics, terminals and screens.

Spray it on and let it dry. It leaves an antistatic coating that helps dissipate static charge on insulative surfaces and reduces tribocharging and static build-up. Once applied, the coating also cuts static cling, so dust and dirt stop clinging to the surface. The water-based formula is made with DI water, filtered and UV treated, and contains no alcohol, ammonia, amines or silicones. It is non-flammable, will not leave chemical stains on carpets, clothes or curtains, and is formulated not to harm ESD mats or contaminate or corrode sensitive components.

Tested on treated insulative film, it decayed a 5 kV charge in an average of 0.07 seconds at 12% relative humidity, and the treated surface measured in the static dissipative range. It supports an ANSI/ESD S20.20 program alongside your grounding and wrist straps. I.C. Topical Anti-Stat is made in our FDA and EPA registered facility in Scottsdale, Arizona, and sold in 16 oz and 32 oz static-dissipative blue spray bottles and a gallon refill, direct, through distributors and on GSA MAS contract 47QSMS24D0078.

Features & benefits

  • Antistatic coatingTreat objects, fabrics, equipment or surfaces with an antistatic layer.
  • Rapid decayDecays static in less than 2 seconds at 12% humidity on treated film.
  • Static dissipative surfaceSurface resistance between 1×10⁴ and 1×10¹¹ Ω at 12% humidity.
  • Dust and dirt barrierHelps stop dust and dirt from clinging to treated surfaces.
  • Cleanroom suitableDesigned for use in cleanroom environments.
  • Fabric-friendlyCompatible with carpets, clothes, curtains, drapes, furniture and other dust-prone furnishings.
  • Stain-free formulaMild formulation does not leave chemical stains.
  • Quick-dryingSpray on and it dries quickly.
  • ESD-mat friendlyFormulated without chemicals that can harm ESD surfaces or mats.
  • PCB friendlyFormulated not to contaminate or corrode sensitive components and assemblies.
  • Trace-checkedLess than 100 ppm of trace metals and PCB contaminants such as alkali, bromides, chlorides, sodium, aluminum, calcium and magnesium.
  • Non-flammableMade without silicone, alcohol or other flammable solvents.
  • Water-basedDI water, filtered and UV treated. Biodegradable per the SDS.
  • Static-dissipative bottlesSold only in 16 oz and 32 oz static-dissipative spray bottles, since ordinary plastic spray bottles should not be used around static-sensitive parts.
  • Several ways to applySpray, wipe or dip, or apply by transfer roller, gravure or flexographic coating.

Uses (from the label)

  • Treat objects to temporarily protect them from static charge
  • Remove static cling and cut dust and dirt attraction
  • Coat handheld objects, fabrics, equipment or surfaces with an antistatic layer
  • Surface treatment of polymers used in electronic parts packaging
Free ofAlcoholAmmoniaAminesSiliconeAlkaliFragrance

Ingredients

Ingredients: DI Water, N,N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)-N-(3'-dodecyloxy-2'-hydroxypropyl) Methyl Ammonium Methosulfate

Sizes & case packs

SizePart no.Per case
16 oz static-dissipative blue spray bottleICAS-16-ESD10
32 oz static-dissipative blue spray bottleICAS-32-ESD12
1 gallon refill bottleICAS-GAL4

Directions for use

  1. Spray antistat liberally on the surface.
  2. Allow to dry thoroughly.
  3. It may also be applied by wiping, dipping, transfer roller coating, gravure coating or flexographic printing. Allow time to dry.

Warnings: Not to be taken internally. Keep out of reach of children. Use adequate ventilation. Avoid prolonged skin contact. Always wear safety glasses or goggles.

Applications

ElectronicsCleanroomsManufacturingElectronic parts packagingHealthcareOfficeIndustrial

Testing on file

  • Static decay, FTM 101C Method 4046Treated insulative film, 5 kV charge: average 0.07 s at 12% RH (EIA-541 / MIL-B-81705 limit 2.0 s); under 0.01 s at 40% RH (NFPA 99 limit 0.50 s). Electro-Tech Systems
  • Surface resistivity, ASTM D257Treated insulative film, air dried 48 hours: 5.51×10⁹ Ω/sq at 12% RH, 7.02×10⁸ Ω/sq at 40% RH (static dissipative)
  • Surface resistance, ESD STM11.11Treated insulative film, air dried 48 hours: 5.51×10⁸ Ω at 12% RH, 7.02×10⁷ Ω at 40% RH (static dissipative)

Product specs

Product type
Topical antistatic surface treatment (not a drug, cosmetic, sanitizer or disinfectant)
Appearance
Clear, colorless liquid
Surface resistance
1×10⁴ to 1×10¹¹ Ω on treated surfaces
ESD program
Supports an ANSI/ESD S20.20 program
Flammability
Non-flammable
Shelf life
Up to 2 years from date of manufacture
Storage
Store in a cool place in the original container, out of direct sunlight. Avoid temperatures above 115°F.
Made in
Scottsdale, AZ, USA · FDA registered facility No. 3004167955 · EPA est. 91651-AZ-001

1 review for IC Topical Anti-Stat

  1. Walt Alston –

    It works! We have tried all kinds of stuff and this one really works on staticky laundry wiithout any anoying smells.

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