Who is not familiar with the phenomenon of static electricity? Generating static electricity by rubbing a plastic ruler on a synthetic sweater may still get a few laughs in physics class, but is no laughing matter in the laboratory when it blocks an entire work sequence.During weighing – especially of non-conductive samples such as plastic, glass or porcelain – the following usually happens:Due to static electricity, a field is built up between the material being weighed and the non-moving parts of the balance. The force of this field can simulate a change in weight that may extend into the gram range. You usually recognize this effect by the weight readout which constantly changes at a rapid rate. It makes reliable weighing – especially in analytical fields – nearly impossible.By "shooting" ions at the material to be weighed, Sartorius' lonizing Blower neutralizes static electricity within a few seconds. This eliminates the need for complicated, expensive, and often ineffective, increasing of the humidity.This is how simple it is: Hold the object or sample to be electrostatically neutralized in the ion/air stream of the blower. Turn it to ensure all parts are exposed to the air stream. That's all there is to it!The blower can be used anywhere undesired static electricity is generated, in production facilities or photo labs, or, for instance, where electrostatically charged negatives attract dust.The speed of the air flow is continuously adjustable so that it can be adapted to a variety of applications.The ionizing blower is no larger or heavier than a small table lamp and just as easy to transport.The blower operates very quietly,consumes a minimum of energy and, like any other fan, needs to be cleaned only occasionally.It complies with international requirements, such as safety and electromagnetic compatibility standards.Stat-Fan is a self-adjusting ionizing blower that enables you to set the air flow rate. This ionizing blower produces positive and negative ions to neutralize electrostatic charges on objects placed in its air stream.The red LED on the front of the Stat-Fan lights up when the unit is in operation. The on/off switch is located on the front of the Stat-Fan.Be sure to leave enough space at the front and back of the Stat-Fan to allow unimpeded passage of air. To adjust the air flow rate of the ionizing blower, turn the knob on the front. To increase the fan speed, turn the knob clockwise. To decrease the fan speed, turn the knob counterclockwise. The unit is capable of neutralizing static electricity in a working area measuring 600 mm x 600 mm. Items to be neutralized should be kept within this area.To maintain optimum efficiency, Stat-Fan must be kept clean. Internal components can be cleaned by blowing compressed air into the air ducts. The enclosure may be cleaned with a piece ofcloth moistened with alcohol.