What is the principle behind static electricity generation in polyester?
When two poorly conductive insulators rub against each other, they acquire different types of charges. Synthetic fibers like acrylic and polyester become negatively charged, while wool and silk easily become positively charged. Due to their poor conductivity, the generated charges cannot transfer quickly and accumulate, resulting in static electricity. Therefore, reducing friction is one way to avoid static electricity, but eliminating friction is impossible.
Polyester antistatic fabrics eliminate static electricity by adding conductive fibers or antistatic coatings, making them suitable for high-cleanliness environments such as medical and electronics industries.
I. Core Components and Processes
Conductive Fibers: Metal wires or carbon fibers are woven together to form conductive pathways.
Antistatic Coating: Commonly used in sportswear, its conductivity is 1000 times stronger than ordinary polyester.
II. Application Scenarios
Industrial Protection: Petrochemical and power industries.
Medical Electronics: Pharmaceuticals and precision instruments.