Does the mat have a grounding point for an antistatic wrist band?
868409
When the other answer speaks of heat resistance and puncture resistance, it is moot just because for 15 dollars, small burns in the top surface are not at all a worry. If you were to leave your soldering iron on the mat it might melt but that is something to try to avoid.
868410
Not really, it has an attachment point for grounding but if you use it for grounding then you have no place for a wrist strap. No point in having the mat if you don't ground it.
868411
Yes, on the one i received it has a snap attached to one corner. You plug the wrist strap into that. But a separate ground point to a common ground, No. Personally i wouldn't recommend this mat, it has no heat resistance nor is it puncture resistant. Any solder falling on it will melt it. Spend a little more for a mat from Desco or ESD Products. Those are characterized for surface resistance, they are heat and puncture resistant.
868412
Yes, on the one i received it has a snap attached to one corner. You plug the wrist strap into that.But a separate ground point to a common ground, No.Personally i wouldn't recommend this mat, it has no heat resistance nor is it puncture resistant. Any solder falling on it will melt it.Spend a little more for a mat from Desco or ESD Products.Those are characterized for surface resistance, they are heat and puncture resistant.
347608
Yes, your feet should be bare but you can wear cotton socks. It does decrease the contact somewhat, but it's better than no grounding at all. You can also sit on the mat or place the mat on your desk where you rest your arms or wrists. I don't know whether it would effect your computer if you put the mat under it, so it would be easier to put your wrists or arms on. I don't think so. Did you read the book, Earthing? It gives a lot of info.
40030
Not that I've seen or found. it moves around some while in use, but I've found putting it on a silicone non slip mat keeps it in place pretty well.
67890
The mat itself in not a magnet. It has a metal layer in it and you use these little peg magnets to hold things in place. Also, the "self healing" surface is not very durable. I've found that out as I make more and more cuts - the surface has started to peal off in some areas, and that's with very light use. I think the "iFixit" mat might be what you're looking for (http://www.amazon.com/iFixit-IF145-167-1-Magnetic-Project-Mat/dp/B00876JHBM/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1362157639&sr=8-3&keywords=magnetic+work+mat)
631192
Hi Joan, this powerstrip does have a ground. The only adapters I own also have grounds. I don't know much about electricity either. So the answer is, I really don't know. I would suggest sending Monster and email and ask them so that you can be sure. I checked their site. Try this page for their email contact: http://www.monstercable.com/service/contact.asp Sorry I couldnt be of more help
1874370
Electric powered cardio equipment such as this will tend to generate static electricity when on a surface such as carpet. Static electricity will tend to attract more dust and carpet fibers to the machine resulting in more regular cleaning. So, placing an elliptical on a mat will not only keep the carpet cleaner from user sweat, but also help keep the machine cleaner. Depending on the thickness of the carpet, a mat will also help stabilize the unit more by offering a more solid surface and reduce any potential rocking caused by the machine sinking into the carpet.
535236
Earththing offers an optional earthing Tester, which tests that the product & its cords are functioning properly (it doesn't verify that the ground is present); a green light comes on if everything is working. Otherwise, you can walk across a static-producing carpet and touch the sheet; if you feel a slight shock, it's working (of course, it must be properly grounded). If you live in a humid environment, or otherwise have no way to create static electricity, you can buy the Earthing's optional Tester, or you may be able to buy a meter of some kind at, say, Home Depot.
2002659
Hi Dan, I have no idea, other than when I plugged the earth calm in my house and felt tingling in my body. I actually got extremely upset when someone stole my mat out of my luggage when traveling by plane. My husband uses the grounding mat when assembling electronics and once he did not use it and the machine blew. I would suggest that you call them and ask. Thank You for reminding me. I am on the computer a lot and need to order another mat. Happy Thanksgiving!
1725385
No, if your outlets have the little tunnel looking hole, that is the ground. An you receive the device to check the ground.
1194162
No it doesn't. But I can tell you that it has met with the ground at least twice since i got it two months ago and I've had no problems.
673893
Yes, it comes with the grounding wrist band. Everything is included besides the bin & liners.
1854587
It is designed to be self grounding. However, like you, I had a thick bedliner that limited it's ground capability. On the mount itself there is a small screw hole. I attached a short (12") wire to that with a screw, then grounded it directly to another screw on my bed. It worked excellently. Keep your ground wire as short as possible, and sand away any rust or paint to your ground spot to ensure the best connection.
699963
Yes, it has a ring magnet on the back of the meter, and is fairly strong. It holds in place even if bumped.
1943411
Yes it does. Not a huge deal though. Might get a ground loop isolator in the future.
307124
That will not be necessary. You only use the static mat when you have the computer opened up and you are working on it. That is why it has a wire for a wrist strap.
504523
ESD mat is optional on the floor unless you are working on a carpet floor which has the tendency to create static. I don't think this is intended for the floor. Check out Diamond Stat ESD Anti-Static Mats for as floor mat. http://www.americanfloormats.com/static-dissipative-mats-esd-mats-conductive-mats/
1895071
There is a way to ground it, but you must do it through a separate amp. Hope this helps!