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Getting ready for my new build, How can i properly ground myself?

1112e
By 1112e
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Well, make sure you don't strap on to a painted surface. If you have an old pc case, scratch some of the paint off inside and attach it there. When I built my second PC, I had some mesh from my first case that I scratched some of the paint off and connected to. I had no issues with static damage :)

 

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I have an anti-static wrist strap, what do i hook it to to ensure i am properly grounded? I have a old spare case (full of old computer stuff that is broken), would strapping myself to that be enough to dissipate any electrostatic charge?

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Well, make sure you don't strap on to a painted surface. If you have an old pc case, scratch some of the paint off inside and attach it there. When I built my second PC, I had some mesh from my first case that I scratched some of the paint off and connected to. I had no issues with static damage :)

 

Have fun :)

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In reality, you don't really need a ESD strap, all you have to do is touch some unpainted metal (like a radiator riser or a stove) every 5 minutes and you'll be fine.

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