Electrical Grounding Desk Pad - 25” x 27.5” Anti-Static 💡 Mat by StarTech.com - Ideal for Home or Work - Beige (M3013) Review

Happy with this product. It's a reasonable size, works as intended, and was reasonably priced. In a review of an anti-static wrist strap, I included some additional information about proper grounding and why it's important when working with sensitive electronic equipment. I will attach it here In case anyone is interested in additional information as this mat can and should be used in conjunction with a grounding wrist strap: Regarding the anti-static wrist strap (or anti-static mat) it is…

Mainly just wanted this to provide a surface to work on for a PC build that would protect the table top underneath and provide a decent contrast for any small screws that fall off. I didn't use the anti-static cable, but that might be important in some situations. The size was reasonable for my project, but it's not going to cover an entire workbench, or really every table, so make a note of the size if you have or need a large workspace. I'm also not sure how it would handle hot work like a…

Ever since I moved to Arizona from a wetter area, I've been getting charged with static electricity. As someone who tinkers with electronics on a regular basis, not having an anti-static mat would be unacceptable. So far I've handled a lot of electronic components on the mat and haven't damaged any, so I'd say it and my grounding strap are doing their job and protecting my devices.

I used this to increase memory in two laptops and to salvage and save devices from about a dozen desktop computers that I attached to the Electronics got sent salvage. I kept the internal cards and memory but got rid of the motherboards and cases. Was pleased with how things turned out. I should have ordered two pads. Next I will be swapping out my desktop machine for a newer, larger server chassis. Both housings should be protected from static electricity. Kicking myself because I didn't know…

This mat does not dissipate static electricity and is totally worthless for what it does. I found that even when I touched the mat, I was still releasing static electricity. First I measured the ground it was connected to and came up with close to zero ohms. Then I measured the resistance in the coiled cord that comes with the device and it read 1 MOhm. This is enough to dissipate static electricity. I measured the connections and they were fine. However, when I measured the mat material…

I sew. I've hooked up a lot of electronics as far as I can see and it seems I'm generating a lot of static discharge in the process. From loose threads that get caught on me to flying and sticky synthetic fibers. Until I researched a cure, I had no idea this product existed. And guess what? Amazon! My first look was here! Problem solved! I unwrapped it (arrived earlier than expected, btw), placed my sewing machine on top, attached the grounding clip and voila! Works great. I would definitely…

"Static Dissipative" involves a high but not infinite surface resistance. I measure this mat with an infinite resistance at a millimeter between measurement points (where I pinned the probes). Did a test of ESD 4.1 and it failed with infinity ohms per square. Also, the resistance of the bracelet cable between the snap button and the banana clip is infinity (should be practically zero). This is junk. If you haven't gambled your equipment on this mat yet, you should buy a lottery ticket. I would…

I'm neurotic when it comes to building PCs. No, seriously neurotic. I work on a wooden floor with my wristband attached to a power supply plugged into a surge protector that's plugged into the wall but turned off to keep current out. Because, I mean, wouldn't it be hilarious if I fried myself on a cheap power supply while trying not to shock my computer? Step on this anti-static mat. Don't get me wrong, I'm still pinching the power supply, but now I'm pinching the mat too. The coiled alligator…

I have used this to increase memory in two laptops and to recycle devices and to saving about a dozen desktop computers that I sent for electronic recycling. I kept the internal cards and memory but got rid of the motherboards and cases. I was happy with how everything turned out. I had to order two pads. I will then trade in my desktop for a newer, larger server chassis. Both housings must be protected against static electricity. I'm kicking myself because I didn't know it was really amazing…

II I've used this to add storage to two laptops and to remove and store equipment from about a dozen desktop computers that I sent for electronics recycling. I kept the internal cards and memory but got rid of the motherboards and cases. I was happy with how everything turned out. I had to order two pads. I will then trade in my desktop for a newer, larger server chassis. Both housings must be protected against static electricity. I'm kicking myself because I didn't know it was really amazing…

"Static Dissipation" indicates a high but not infinite surface resistance. I measure this mat with infinite resistance in millimeters between measurement points (where I pinned the probes). ESD 4.1 test passed and failed with infinite ohms per square. Also, the resistance of the bracelet cord between the latch and the banana clip is infinite (should be practically zero). It's garbage. Anyone who hasn't rolled their gear on this mat should buy a lottery ticket. I would like to know *exactly*…