Static Eliminators

Choosing Static Eliminators components

Static eliminator selection is driven by the application's surface size, target distance, charge level, and any cleanliness requirements (clean rooms need DC ionizers, not AC). The ionizer must produce enough ions of the correct polarity at the operating distance to neutralize the substrate's charge faster than it accumulates.

Specs to confirm before ordering:

Type: AC ionizing bar (longest range up to ~1 m, broad coverage, simpler), DC pulse ionizing bar (balance-adjustable, longer range than AC at low charge, clean-room compatible), shock-free AC, blower-fed (combines air with ions for long range)
Bar length to match the substrate width plus typically 50–100 mm overhang per side
Mounting distance from the substrate — most bars perform best at 25–100 mm
Ion balance specification for clean-room applications (±25 V typical for general use, ±5 V for sensitive electronics)
Decay time — how quickly the bar neutralizes a charged target at the operating distance
Power supply: typically 5 kV to 7 kV AC or DC; matched to the bar's ion-pin geometry
High-voltage cable length between supply and bar
Diagnostic features: pin-cleanliness monitoring, output voltage feedback, fault alarm to PLC
Safety features: shock-free (current-limited) ionizer pins for accessible installations

Common gotchas: ionizing bars degrade as ion pins accumulate dust and process contamination — regular cleaning is required to maintain performance, and bars in dusty environments may need cleaning weekly. AC bars produce both positive and negative ions and are intrinsically balanced (zero net charge); DC pulse bars require periodic re-balancing in critical applications. High-voltage cables are not interchangeable across brands or even across power-supply models within a brand — pin counts and impedance differ. Static measurement before and after installation verifies the bar is doing what's expected; a meter reading of unchanged charge means the bar is too far, too short, or not powered properly.

Typical applications: web tension and sheet handling in plastic film converting, dust removal on printed cartons before label application, neutralizing static on injection-molded plastic parts coming off the conveyor, ESD control on electronics assembly lines, and personnel-touch protection at packaging stations.

For obsolete static eliminators, send the OEM part number for a sourcing quote.

Do you stock obsolete static eliminators?

Yes. Discontinued Simco IonBar early codes, retired Haug VS-series, end-of-life Meech Hyperion, and earlier EXAIR ionizing bars are sourced through our supplier network.

AC vs. DC ionizing bar — which do I need?

AC for general industrial applications with broad coverage at moderate distances. DC pulse for clean rooms, electronics assembly, and applications requiring tight ion-balance control. AC is simpler; DC offers more control at higher cost.

How close does the bar need to be?

Most ionizing bars operate best at 25–100 mm from the target. Closer than 25 mm may not give the ions time to spread; farther than 100 mm reduces ionization density. Blower-fed ionizers extend the effective range to a meter or more.

How often do ion pins need cleaning?

Depends on the environment. Clean rooms: monthly to quarterly. General industrial: weekly to monthly. Heavy dust: weekly or more often. Cleaning with the OEM-recommended brush and solvent restores performance.

Is the power supply included with the bar?

Sometimes — depends on the model. Some bars are sold with matched power supplies; others sell separately because one supply drives multiple bars. We will state the configuration on each listing.

What is the warranty?

12-month functional warranty. Damage from pin contamination beyond normal service intervals, high-voltage cable damage, or operation outside rated environment is not covered.

Static Eliminators

Keyence ED-118M Main Unit, Shielded Type, M18, NPN

Keyence ED-118U Main Unit, Unshielded Type, M18, NPN

Keyence ED-130M Main Unit, Shielded Type, M30, NPN

Keyence ED-130U Main Unit, Unshielded Type, M30, NPN

Keyence SJ-C10H 10-pin to 10-pin cable For SJ-H036, 10 m

Keyence SJ-C10U 10-pin I/O Power Cable 10 m

Keyence SJ-C2H 10-pin to 10-pin cable For SJ-H036, 2 m

Keyence SJ-C2U 10-pin I/O Power Cable 2 m

Keyence SJ-C3 Extension Cable 3-m for SJ-M100/200/300/400 or SJ-F100

Keyence SJ-C5H 10-pin to 10-pin Cable 5-m for SJ-H036*

Keyence SJ-C5U 10-pin I/O Power Cable 5-m

Keyence SJ-E01 Highly functional remote control for SJ-Ex

Keyence SJ-E036A Bar Type Main Unit, Standard Model 360 mm

Keyence SJ-E036H Bar Type Main Unit, High End Model 360 mm

Keyence SJ-E036L Bar Type Main Unit, Low Flow Model 360 mm

Keyence SJ-E060A Bar Type Main Unit, Standard Model 600 mm

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