StratoGrey Static Shielding Bags 8x10 - Premium ESD Protection for Sensitive Electronics
StratoGrey static shielding bags provide advanced electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection using buried metal construction that creates a true Faraday cage around your sensitive components. The 8x10 size accommodates medium-format circuit boards, hard drives, and electronic assemblies while the reclosable seal top allows repeated access without compromising protection. Manufactured by LK Packaging with stringent quality controls, these bags deliver consistent performance for electronics manufacturing, assembly, and distribution operations.
Specs: 8 x 10" | Buried metal construction | Reclosable seal top | 3/8" side seal | 1,000/case | Amine/amide-free
How Static Shielding Works
Unlike simple anti-static bags that merely dissipate surface charges, static shielding bags create a complete Faraday cage using buried metal layers within the film construction. This metal layer intercepts external electrostatic fields before they can reach the contents, providing double protection: the outer layers prevent triboelectric charge buildup while the internal metal layer blocks electromagnetic fields. This is critical protection for components rated at 100V HBM (Human Body Model) sensitivity or lower, where even minor static events can cause latent damage or immediate failure.
Applications
The 8x10 format serves diverse electronics protection needs across manufacturing, service, and distribution operations. Electronics manufacturers use these bags for work-in-progress circuit boards, populated PCBs, and finished assemblies moving between workstations or to shipping. IT departments rely on this size for storing replacement hard drives, SSDs, RAM modules, and expansion cards. Field service technicians carry spare components in static shielding bags to ensure parts arrive functional. Data centers stock these bags for equipment upgrades and asset disposition programs. The reclosable design proves especially valuable for quality inspection stations where components must be repeatedly accessed while maintaining protection.
Key Features
- Faraday Cage Protection: Buried metal construction shields contents from external electrostatic fields and electromagnetic interference
- Reclosable Seal Top: Repeated access without tape or heat sealing - ideal for inspection, testing, and multi-use applications
- Amine/Amide-Free Interior: Will not corrode polycarbonate surfaces or cause outgassing that could damage sensitive components
- Semi-Transparent Material: Easy visual identification of contents without opening - speeds inventory counts and picking operations
- 3/8" Side Seal: Reinforced edge construction ensures packaging integrity during handling and storage
- Consistent Quality: LK Packaging's defect prevention manufacturing builds quality into every bag
Common Questions
Q: What's the difference between static shielding and anti-static bags?
A: Anti-static (pink poly) bags only prevent triboelectric charge buildup on the bag surface. Static shielding bags add a buried metal layer that creates a Faraday cage, blocking external electrostatic fields from reaching contents. For ESD-sensitive components rated below 2000V HBM, static shielding provides significantly better protection.
Q: What size components fit in an 8x10 static shielding bag?
A: This size accommodates items up to approximately 7.5 x 9.5" with clearance for the seal. Common uses include mid-size PCBs, 3.5" hard drives, graphics cards, RAM kits, and small electronic assemblies. For larger motherboards or components, consider 12x16 or larger sizes.
Q: Can these bags be reused?
A: Yes, the reclosable seal top allows multiple uses. Inspect bags for punctures, tears, or visible wear before reuse. Shielding effectiveness diminishes with damage to the metal layer, so retire bags showing creases, holes, or delamination.
Why Choose Prism Pak
Prism Pak supplies static shielding bags and ESD packaging at wholesale pricing for electronics manufacturers, service operations, and distributors. Our inventory includes the full range of StratoGrey sizes from LK Packaging, ready for fast shipment from our Berwick, PA facility.
