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5201229 Rev A
Chargemaster Pinner-LP
2. DESCRIPTION
Simco-Ion’s Arc Resistant Charging Bars are part of the Chargemaster Electrostatic
Generating System. These bars are energized with Simco-Ion Chargemaster VCM30,
CM20, MCM30 DC power supplies that provide the necessary high voltage that is current
limited for safety. This system is used to produce electrostatic adhesion for temporarily
bonding or pinning materials. The success of the process depends on the insulating
qualities of the material being charged. Good insulators, such as plastic films, work
particularly well with this process.
The Pinner-LP bar is resistor-limited to provide arc-resistant operation. Arc-resistant
operation lowers radiated electrical noise that affects sensitive equipment in the
surrounding area and eliminates physical damage to materials and equipment. Simco-Ion’s
Pinner-LP bars limit the amount of electrical current that is drawn from the Chargemaster
Power Supply. It is this advancement that prevents hard arcs from occurring resulting in
several improvements when compared to traditional charging equipment.