Sealing an Anti-Static Bag

[ATITek]

How do you seal an anti-static bag? I am not sure of the best way to do it so the bag actually does its job. Thanks.

 

[tiraides]

You would be able to use masking tape or invisible tap to seal the bag. It's best to fold the bag the bit -- almost as if you're closing an envelope -- before you tape it.

 

[Shalafi]

You would be able to use masking tape or invisible tap to seal the bag. It's best to fold the bag the bit -- almost as if you're closing an envelope -- before you tape it.

exactly

that's how most companies ship products that are in anti-static bags

fold the end of it where the opening is, and then tape it a little, don't need to go overboard, just tape it enough so that it won't open by accident

 

[ATITek]

Thanks. I was under the impression you had to melt them shut like a sandwich bag.

 

[tiraides]

You could use one of those bag sealers, but it's best to ensure that the "sealed" edge doesn't touch the component inside before it cools completely.

 

[ebricks]

I also found these anti-static bag sealers. I've bought from these guys in the past. They're very reliable.

@ATITek - I'm pretty sure you can get open-top or zip-top bags.

 

[plugwash]

It depends what you are trying to protect from, if it's just static then fold and tape is fine.

Some vendors (particually hard drive vendors) vacuum-pack with a dessicant. Afaict this is to avoid condensation issues in transit.

 

[Gorankar]

nevermind