Why can I use anti-static linoleum?
Let's start by getting acquainted with the antistatic coating, which you would not have noticed before, and now you have to think about the process of its laying. This kind of linoleum, of course, is unlikely to be used at home, because there is no such accumulation of static electricity. That is why more often in the markets you can see commercial linoleum, the anti-static effect of which is important in the enterprise where there is active work with electricity. It can be the production of electronics or simply a server company.
The secret of it is that in its composition such a linoleum has carbon yarn or simply adding carbon powder, depending on the type. There are at least three types, they differ by their resistance. The greatest resistance is antistatic, medium-sized has a current dissipating, the smallest resistance is shown conductive. All these indicators are periodically measured by a special technique so that the coating retains its basic purpose.
Antistatic linoleum installation requires increased attention
Since the conductivity of the coating is not universal in any position, special requirements are imposed on the thickness of the linoleum and the quality of its laying. Even moisture does not affect conductivity and ability to distribute electrical voltage evenly, like thickness and surface quality of , because, for example, in different thickness sections there will be a different resistance. Also on these indicators affects the quality of the surface on which the anti-static linoleum is laid.
When preparing the surface, it is important that the is properly connected to the ground with ( grounding), for this purpose there is a special copper tape for laying antistatic linoleum, and the quality and method of preparation of the glue is also important. Pre-cover sheets are laid out on a flat surface so that they are used to a new position. It should also be said that in the room during laying should not be cold, but also not hot, about 18 degrees, and humidity should not exceed 60%.When stacking, make sure that there are no wrinkles or bends in the purchased cover, this can subsequently cause problems.
We start laying antistatic linoleum
First of all arrange in accordance with the layout of the room copper tapes. They should be placed along each joint of the sheets of linoleum at a distance from the edge of about 20 cm. Across the deck there are copper strips that connect to the belts and then to the grounding system.
Next, prepare glue, special, conductive. He is bought together with linoleum, having consulted with the seller, in order to choose the right composition as much as possible. The glue must retain its electrical properties over time so that the coating does not have to be repaired. Carefully read the instructions, find out the drying time and the amount of consumption. To glue it is necessary on fresh glue, when it has already stood a little, its quality considerably worsens, which can cause uneven coating, and it is undesirable for antistatic linoleum.
The adhesive is applied over the copper plates in a thin layer, the operating mode with it is better specified in the instructions. When you know when you can lay the cover, wait for the right time or immediately apply linoleum. Now it is important to ensure full contact and expel air bubbles. To do this, often use a special roller, which rolls the coating in all directions until the adhesive dries completely.
Sometimes after gluing the cover you need to make a slot in it, this should be done very carefully, so as not to get on the copper net under the linoleum.
