Atari board sized anti-static bags

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Most of my Atari boards are 12" x 21". I was about to send in a Tempest board for an initial going over and repair and I found I had no packing material other than the dang box.
I like to keep anti-static bags on hand for just this reason, but I've gone through all I had just for board storage.
I know it's been mentioned before and brought up and I did do a search on best, most reasonably priced locations for the type of anti-static bag I'm looking for, but I can't seem to find them now. I don't want the pink staticy kind, I'm looking for the mirrored, bulletproof foil type bag. As I mentioned, I'm looking for Atari board sized bags. At least 12" x 21" but slightly oversized would be perfect.
A supply of 20 or so would be great.
 
Yep, also did you note the terminology.

antistatic is the pink that you don't want and "static shielding" for the silver bags.
 
Well I can tell the difference if I stick my arm into either one. You pick up some static from the pink. Go figure.

Yep, also did you note the terminology.

antistatic is the pink that you don't want and "static shielding" for the silver bags.
 
I always reused the thick plastic bags that usually have the logos printed all over them. My kim-1 always had one of it's own. I keep my eye on pay-bay for them and use the word "lot" in my search, it is usually cheaper to send 20-30 than 1-5.
 
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I think the question you should be asking is, what are the differences between bag types. Which bag is the best for me, and cost effective.

We use Pink bags at work, I use pink bags for storing, and shipping never once had a problem. But you need to know what the bag does. Here's a nice website that will explain the differences.

http://www.esdjournal.com/techpapr/ryne/esdbags.htm
 
On a similar topic... any similar articles about cabinets for IC storage? Right now I'm using hundreds of tubes which makes it really difficult to find parts. I'm in search of an inexpensive solution with drawers that are static-safe enough to store CMOS or memory chips.
 
On a similar topic... any similar articles about cabinets for IC storage? Right now I'm using hundreds of tubes which makes it really difficult to find parts. I'm in search of an inexpensive solution with drawers that are static-safe enough to store CMOS or memory chips.

hundreds of tubes?

what kin of chips?

I have always used the tubes and a kind of umbrella type stand laid down on its side for all my new chips. I just put a sticker, with larger print so my bad eyes can read it, on the slot with the tub(s) of chips in there. Then just fill the slots with the same type chips or compatible ones.
 
Don't know of articles on bins. What I use are bins from Akro Mils that have plastic anti stat bins in them. It's the 19-320 series IIRC they aren't cheap especially when you get the anti stat bins. I know of people that will use normal plastic bins, and place anti stat foam in the bottom. Which works. You just need something to dissipate charge.
 
Thanks for the link to the article. It kind of reaffirms what my intents are. Usually when I ship a PCB, I use the metal shielding bags. This helps because it's not the only packing material, surrounding the content is usually foam peanuts or some other foam product which lends itself to the creation of electro-static fields. It's not just the pcb I ship, it's also the foam and cardboard box. So it's my understanding that keeping static charges out/aka shielding is superior.
Behind this thought also has an old-timer feel in that, they don't build things like they used to. Practically everything is made of lesser quality than years past. I've only seen the pink poly bags appear in recent years. And as such I tend not to place much faith in it's quality. Maybe just my quirk.

I think the question you should be asking is, what are the differences between bag types. Which bag is the best for me, and cost effective.

We use Pink bags at work, I use pink bags for storing, and shipping never once had a problem. But you need to know what the bag does. Here's a nice website that will explain the differences.

http://www.esdjournal.com/techpapr/ryne/esdbags.htm
 
hundreds of tubes?

what kin of chips?
Yes. Sorry to derail the thread. Companies usually ship ICs in anti-static plastic tubes (like this). They're ok for shipping and storage but they're a nightmare for organization. Whenever I order parts I'll buy extras so they're on-hand for next time. So at this point I've got a 30 gallon plastic tub with hundreds of anti-static tubes and anti-static bags of of ICs, transistors, etc. My plan has backfired because it's a nightmare digging through the pile. It's so disorganized that I re-order things I have but cannot find.

What kind? 74xx logic, memory, eproms, opamps, etc. Chips like the 74xx series are usually robust (see this kit / container) but there are other components, especially RAM, that can be extremely static sensitive. It's a tough question of how much protection is required. You notice there are anti-ESD bags, bubblewrap, and foam but it's harder to find clear answers about cabinets and drawers.
 
Pink poly bags will only resist static buildup and do not dissipate or prevent ESD events. By contrast, anti-static bags are the Faraday cages that dissipate static and can prevent ESD events.

Don't get me started on wrapping boards in tin foil. :)
 
Pink poly bags will only resist static buildup and do not dissipate or prevent ESD events. By contrast, anti-static bags are the Faraday cages that dissipate static and can prevent ESD events.

Don't get me started on wrapping boards in tin foil. :)

What.. Everybody knows Tinfoil goes on your head to keep the aliens from reading your mind.

Everybody.. Right? right??
 
I use the P-Touch to put the part number on the far right side of the tube, then my goal was to make or find a rack that would hold them in some fashion where they could be read.

The other route could be to store a couple of them on static mat in small parts drawers and keep the rest in tubes for restocking.

jeff

Yes. Sorry to derail the thread. Companies usually ship ICs in anti-static plastic tubes (like this). They're ok for shipping and storage but they're a nightmare for organization. Whenever I order parts I'll buy extras so they're on-hand for next time. So at this point I've got a 30 gallon plastic tub with hundreds of anti-static tubes and anti-static bags of of ICs, transistors, etc. My plan has backfired because it's a nightmare digging through the pile. It's so disorganized that I re-order things I have but cannot find.

What kind? 74xx logic, memory, eproms, opamps, etc. Chips like the 74xx series are usually robust (see this kit / container) but there are other components, especially RAM, that can be extremely static sensitive. It's a tough question of how much protection is required. You notice there are anti-ESD bags, bubblewrap, and foam but it's harder to find clear answers about cabinets and drawers.
 
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