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The application of the springs will enhance the ESD protection by making a better connection between the shielding of the RS-232 connector and the enclosure. Note that this does NOT alter the insulation between enclosure (shield) and the internal ground (analog / digital GND). | The application of the springs will enhance the ESD protection by making a better connection between the shielding of the RS-232 connector and the enclosure. Note that this does NOT alter the insulation between enclosure (shield) and the internal ground (analog / digital GND). | ||
The springs can be requested directly from Barix using this [mailto:esdsprings@barix.com?Subject=Request%20for%20ESD%20protection%20enhancement%20springs&body=Dear%20Barix%20Support%0D%0DThis%20is%20a%20request%20for%20participation%20in%20the%20ESD%20protection%20enhancement%20program%20by:%0D%0DCompany_name:%0DFirst_name:%0DLast_name:%0DEmail:%0DPhone_number:%0DShipping_address:%0DComment_remarks:%0D%0D(Please%20fill%20in%20the%20MAC%20address,%20the%20production%20week%20and%20year%20and%20state%20the%20symptom(s).%20Copy%20the%20four%20lines%20for%20each%20additional%20device)%0D%0DProduct:EX100%0DMAC_address:00-08-E1-xx-yy-zz%0DPW:xx/11%0DSymptom:Device_heating,%20Power_Supply_damage%0D%0D email form] or by sending an email to [mailto:esdsprings@barix.com?Subject=Request%20for%20ESD%20protection%20enhancement%20springs esdsprings@barix.com] ([[ESDsamplebodytext|Click here for a sample body text]]). | The springs can be requested directly from Barix using either this [http://www.barix.com/esdsprings/index.php online form], this [mailto:esdsprings@barix.com?Subject=Request%20for%20ESD%20protection%20enhancement%20springs&body=Dear%20Barix%20Support%0D%0DThis%20is%20a%20request%20for%20participation%20in%20the%20ESD%20protection%20enhancement%20program%20by:%0D%0DCompany_name:%0DFirst_name:%0DLast_name:%0DEmail:%0DPhone_number:%0DShipping_address:%0DComment_remarks:%0D%0D(Please%20fill%20in%20the%20MAC%20address,%20the%20production%20week%20and%20year%20and%20state%20the%20symptom(s).%20Copy%20the%20four%20lines%20for%20each%20additional%20device)%0D%0DProduct:EX100%0DMAC_address:00-08-E1-xx-yy-zz%0DPW:xx/11%0DSymptom:Device_heating,%20Power_Supply_damage%0D%0D email form] or by sending an email to [mailto:esdsprings@barix.com?Subject=Request%20for%20ESD%20protection%20enhancement%20springs esdsprings@barix.com] ([[ESDsamplebodytext|Click here for a sample body text]]). | ||
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Revision as of 09:17, 26 August 2011
Hardware_Topics >> ESD_protection_enhancement_how-to
Introduction
This how-to will guide you step by step to mount the Barix ESD protection enhancement springs.
The application of the springs will enhance the ESD protection by making a better connection between the shielding of the RS-232 connector and the enclosure. Note that this does NOT alter the insulation between enclosure (shield) and the internal ground (analog / digital GND).
The springs can be requested directly from Barix using either this online form, this email form or by sending an email to esdsprings@barix.com (Click here for a sample body text).
To enlarge click on any of the photos.
Step 1: Preparation
Unpack the device and the springs. Place the device on the table with the rear plate facing up.
Step 2: Unscrewing the bolts
Use appropriate tools to unscrew the left and right Dsub bolts of the RS-232 connector. Place the bolts aside for mounting in the final steps.
Step 3: Placing the springs
Use pliers or a tweezer to place the springs in the slot between the RS-232 connector and the enclosure.
- The bent part with the screw hole must be placed facing up!
- Place the spring to fit the screw hole for easy mounting of the bolts.
- Production tolerances might prevent you from placing both spring which is ok as long as one spring is touching the enclosure.
Step 4: Screwing back on the bolts
Use appropriate tools to screw back on the left and right Dsub bolts of the RS-232 connector.
- Place both bolts in loosely before tightening them!
- Tighten both bolts to prevent accidental untightening.
