Electrostatic Voltmeters, Sensors, Monitors, and ESD Event Detection

Static charge accumulation presents a serious problem in many sensitive manufacturing processes. Static charges are often dissipated in uncontrolled ways that can damage product or cause process equipment failures. Auditing of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) measurement and prevention systems plays an essential role in any static control program. New technologies, such as GMR head manufacturing, and new techniques in semiconductor device manufacturing demand thorough ESD awareness and static measurement and control programs. Controlling ESD to lower voltage levels and continuous monitoring are industry trends that need more accurate and refined static measurement capabilities. Trek's electrostatic measurement technologies address that need and provide desirable alternatives to fieldmeter technology and its drawbacks.

Trek Technology

Trek offers two types of technology within the electrostatic voltmeter (ESVM) product line. Trek's DC Feedback ESVM utilizes technology that provides very high accuracy, fast speed of response and the capability to measure very small surface areas with no arc over. The AC Feedback ESVM is a unique design that addresses some of the problems associated with an electrostatic fieldmeter. Trek's technology delivers accurate measurements over a wide range of probe-to-surface spacings (compared to fieldmeters being limited to one specific spacing); it can also measure smaller surface areas than fieldmeters. (more information comparing Trek ESVM technology to Fieldmeter technology can be found in the EOS/ESD Brochure, 1.29 MB PDF file)

Model 542 Electrostatic Voltmeter

The Model 542-1 electrostatic voltmeter has a voltage detection and measurement range of 0 to ±10 kV. The Model 542-2 has a voltage detection and static measurement range of 0 to ±20 kV. These models have an exceptional 5% reading accuracy, ±0.2% of full scale, over the probe to surface separation distance of 15 to 30 mm for the Model 542-1 and 30 to 60 mm for the Model 542-2. Model 542 (includes probe information)

NEW! Model PD06078 Electrostatic Voltmeter

The Model PD06078 contains four (4) Electrostatic Voltmeters in a single enclosure.Each channel features a measurement range of 0 to ±10 kV and accuracy better than 5% reading plus ±0.2% of full scale over the probe to surface separation distance of 15 to 30 mm.
Model PD06078 (includes probe information)

Model 541 Electrostatic Voltmeter

A twenty by four (20 x 4) alphanumeric LCD screen displays the present measured voltage, the positive peak voltage value, the negative peak voltage value, and additional menu information. Two specific voltage detection ranges are available. The Model 541-1 electrostatic voltmeter has a voltage measurement range of 0 to ±1 kV. The Model 541-2 has a measurement range of 0 to ±100 V. Both models have exceptional 1% accuracy and 0.1% resolution. Model 541 (includes probe information)

Model 540 Electrostatic Monitor

The ultrasensitivity of the Model 540 Electrostatic Monitor makes this product the only choice in air ionizer monitor applications where small area ion collecting sensors are used to meet the requirement for high accuracy ion balance measurement to levels of less than one volt. Model 540

Model 706B Portable Electrostatic Voltmeter

Electrostatic voltmeter measurement range is 0 to +1 kV or -1 kV DC (switch selectable). Features include a 3 1/2 Digit LCD display, a Battery Test Switch, and a DC-Stable probe with side viewing aperture orientation. This model offers low noise and a durable design.
Model 706B

Model 520 & 523 Electrostatic Voltmeters

This product line accurately measures surface voltage at a wide range of spacings; no need to maintain a fixed spacing. Enables inspection of small spots for static charge accumulation and also measures charge accumulation in difficult-to-reach locations.

Model 520 Measurement Range is 0 to ±2 kV DC

Model 523 Measurement Range is 0 to ±20 kV DC

Models P0876 & P0884A Portable Electrostatic Voltmeters

The Trek Models P0876A and P0884A Hand-Held Electrostatic Voltmeters provide accurate, noncontacting measurements of electrostatic surface voltage for ESD applications in either ionized or non-ionized environments.

Model P0876A Measurement Range is 0 to ±2 kV DC.

Model P0884A Measurement Range is 0 to ±20 kV DC.

NEW! Model 900 ESD Event Detector

Trek’s Model 900 is a diagnostic tool used to identify incidents or verify suspected areas of ESD activity. A voltage sensitive antenna on the unit can be positioned in ESD sensitive environments to detect problem areas of electrostatic discharges.
Model 900

Custom and Standard Products

Trek has been advancing the state of the art in static charge measurement for decades. Whether you need a Trek product off the shelf, or a custom-made solution, Trek experts will work with you to choose or design the right solution for your application. Customer-specific On Board Controllers(OBCs) are just one example of Trek's custom-made products. Contact us for assistance with your static charge measurement challenges.