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Transforming Technologies Spartan TWO. Constant Monitor for use with 1 wrist strap and mat - CM310

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SKU: CM310
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Description

Description

  • Key performance benefit: Continuously monitors a single-wire wrist strap and a work surface to maintain ESD protection at the workstation.
  • Material & construction: Enclosed in a durable metal case with built-in mounting brackets for installation under work surfaces.
  • Risk reduction/compliance benefit: Eliminates manual wrist-strap testing and detects failures in both wrist-strap and worksurface grounding during use.
  • Protection level: Uses capacitance-based monitoring to detect connection to both operator and ground, triggering alarms if either fails.
  • Comfort & usability: Simple plug-in operation for immediate monitoring. Audible and visual alarms indicate grounding failure.
  • Safety & compliance assurance: Meets or exceeds ANSI ESD S20.20 recommendations. Factory-calibrated fixed resistor system with no adjustments required.

Recommended For

  • Single operator ESD monitoring
  • Wrist strap and workstation monitoring
  • ESD workstation compliance
  • Electronics manufacturing environments
  • Continuous grounding verification
  • Replacement of the manual wrist strap testing

Primary Industries

  • Electronics Manufacturing
  • ESD Control Environments
  • Industrial Manufacturing
  • Laboratory Operations

Standards and Certifications

  • ANSI ESD S20.20 compliant
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Properties

Model CM310
Monitoring Type Single wire continuous monitor
Operator Capacity 1 operator
Work Surface Monitoring 1 mat
Compatibility Standard single-wire wrist straps
Alarms Audible and visual
Technology Capacitance-based monitoring
Calibration Factory calibrated (no recalibration required)
Enclosure Metal case with mounting brackets
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FAQs

How does continuous monitoring improve ESD protection compared to periodic testing?

Continuous monitoring provides real-time verification of grounding, unlike periodic testing, which only checks at a single moment. This ensures immediate detection of failures in wrist straps or mats during actual use, reducing the risk of unnoticed ESD events that could damage sensitive components or compromise product quality.

What makes capacitance-based monitoring more reliable than traditional resistance checks?

Capacitance-based monitoring dynamically detects the presence of the operator and their connection to ground, rather than relying solely on resistance values. This allows the system to identify intermittent disconnections, improper wear, or grounding issues more accurately, providing a higher level of protection in active working environments.

Can this monitor help reduce downtime or product defects in manufacturing?

Yes, by continuously ensuring proper grounding, the CM310 helps prevent electrostatic discharge events that can damage components during production. This reduces costly rework, product failures, and downtime, while improving overall yield and maintaining consistent quality in electronics manufacturing and other ESD-sensitive operations.

Is the Spartan TWO CM310 suitable for regulated or audited ESD programs?

The CM310 supports compliance with ANSI ESD S20.20 standards, making it suitable for regulated environments and audits. Its continuous monitoring capability provides documented assurance of grounding integrity, helping organizations meet compliance requirements and demonstrate adherence to established ESD control procedures during inspections.

What are the advantages of a single-wire monitoring system for operators?

Single-wire systems offer a simpler setup and greater comfort for operators while still providing effective grounding verification. The CM310 enhances this by continuously monitoring both the wrist strap and work surface, ensuring reliable protection without adding complexity, making it ideal for single-operator workstations and streamlined workflows.