Electrostatic Sensitivity?

[Karl5150]

I ordered replacement transistors for the C4S board from an online source and some of the different models came in electrostatic protective envelopes. Being new to this I had not considered precautions for such. Is grounding during handeling and assembly SOP or is this an over abundance of caution on the part of the supplier?

 

[Paul Birkeland]

If you live in a dry environment and you have a fetish for shag carpet, I would recommend discharging yourself before working.  (just touch one of the metal screws on the nearest light switch or power outlet).

 

[Karl5150]

Got it. Thanks