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StarTech Small Anti-Static ESD Mat, TAA, ANSI/ESD S4.1 compliant, Table

StarTech Small Anti-Static ESD Mat, TAA, ANSI/ESD S4.1 compliant, Table

Bottom line: The StarTech Small Anti-Static ESD Mat: Meets ANSI/ESD S4.1 surface resistance standard; TAA compliant; main trade-off: 11.8 x 18.1 in covers a component area, not a full desktop.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Meets ANSI/ESD S4.1 surface resistance standard; TAA compliant
  • ✓ Ships with a 6.6 ft removable coiled grounding wire and snap-on clip
  • ✓ Two 1 mm PVC layers with a textured underside that grips the desk
  • ✓ Rolls into a tube for transport; only 0.52 lbs to carry

Cons

  • ✗ 11.8 x 18.1 in covers a component area, not a full desktop
  • ✗ Beige top shows solder flux and marker stains over time
  • ✗ 1 mm PVC gives little cushioning against dropped tools
  • ✗ No wrist strap included; you supply your own

Manufacturer description

The StarTech anti-static ESD mat gives you a grounded work surface for any job where a stray spark can kill a component. The mat covers 11.8 x 18.1 in (30 x 46 cm) of desk space and ships with a 6.6 ft (2 m) removable coiled grounding wire that snaps on with a clip, so you can deploy it in seconds and pull it off just as fast. Construction is two layers of PVC, each 0.04 in (1 mm) thick, with a textured black underside that grips your desk or table instead of sliding around while you work. The beige top surface meets the ANSI/ESD S4.1 surface resistance standard and the product is TAA…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What size is this ESD mat?

It covers 11.8 x 18.1 in (30 x 46 cm), sized for a laptop teardown or a motherboard, not a full desk. It weighs 0.52 lbs.

Does it come with a grounding wire?

Yes. A 6.6 ft (2 m) removable coiled grounding wire is included, with a snap-on clip so you can attach and detach it quickly.

Is this mat certified to an ESD standard?

It complies with the ANSI/ESD S4.1 surface resistance standard and is TAA compliant, which matters for government and defense procurement.

Will it slide around on my desk?

The bottom black layer is textured for adhesion to a desk or table. The mat is two PVC layers, each 0.04 in (1 mm) thick.

Key Features

  • PROTECT YOUR ELECTRONICS: This ESD mat helps prevent damage to electronic circuits and other electronic devices from an electrostatic discharge. The ESD table mat covers an area of 11.8x18.1in (30x46cm) and includes a 6.6ft (2m) long grounding wire
  • THOROUGHLY TESTED: The electrical grounding mat complies with the ANSI/ESD S4.1 surface resistance standard. The mat is made of 2 layers of PVC each 0.04in (1mm) thick. The bottom (black surface) is textured for better adhesion onto your desk/table
  • EASY TO USE AND STORE: The flexible material of the anti static mat allows it to be easily rolled into a tube and used it as a portable worksurface or for minimalist storage. The grounding wire features a snap-on clip for quick deployment
  • APPLICATIONS: The mat helps prevent static electricity generation by removing a charge from a conductive device. Areas of application: computer repair/assembly, manufacturing, server rooms, laboratories, or other areas that need ESD protection

Full Specifications

Size18.1" x 11.8"
BrandStarTech.com
ColorBeige
MaterialTop Layer - Anti-Static PVC Bottom Layer - PVC Foam
Item ShapeRectangular
Unit Count1.0 Count
Model NumberSM-ANTI-STATIC-MAT
Material TypeTop Layer - Anti-Static PVC Bottom Layer - PVC Foam
Item Thickness0.1 Inches
Warranty Description3-Year
Item Dimensions L x W18.1"L x 11.8"W
Manufacturer Part NumberSM-ANTI-STATIC-MAT
Global Trade Identification Number00065030894708

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