Desco 19280 Wrist Strap And Foot Wear Combo Tester
Desco 19280 Wrist Strap and Footwear Combo Tester
The Desco 19280 is a combination wrist strap and footwear ESD tester — a compact bench-top unit that verifies operator grounding compliance in a single test cycle. It tests both wrist straps and foot grounders with a clear pass/fail LED indication, meeting ANSI/ESD S20.20 personnel grounding verification requirements. Designed for bench-top or surface-mounted installation at EPA entry points where a freestanding stand is not required.
The Desco 19280 is the current replacement for the discontinued Desco 19250. If you previously used the 19250, the 19280 is the direct successor with equivalent combo test functionality.
Specifications
| SKU | 19280 |
| Brand | Desco |
| Test Functions | Wrist strap + footwear (combo) |
| Display | Pass/Fail LED indication |
| Stand | Not included |
| Wrist Strap Test Range | 750 kΩ to 35 MΩ (with 1 MΩ resistor) |
| Footwear Test Range | 750 kΩ to 35 MΩ (per foot) |
| Compliance | ANSI/ESD S20.20, ANSI/ESD STM97.1 |
| Power | AC adapter (included) |
Key Features
- Combo Testing — One Station: Tests both wrist straps and footwear in a single unit and single test cycle.
- Replaces Desco 19250: The 19280 is the current production replacement for the discontinued 19250 combo tester.
- Bench-Top Design: Compact form factor for surface-mounted or bench-top installation at EPA entry points — ideal where floor space is limited or a stand is not needed.
- Pass/Fail LED Indication: Clear, unambiguous pass/fail display — no interpretation required by the operator.
- ANSI/ESD S20.20 Compliant: Test ranges meet ANSI/ESD S20.20 personnel grounding verification requirements and ANSI/ESD STM97.1.
- Cost-Effective Entry Point: Same core test functionality as the 19282 at a lower price point — stand sold separately if needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Desco 19280 the replacement for the Desco 19250?
Yes. The Desco 19250 has been discontinued and the 19280 is its current replacement. The 19280 provides equivalent combo wrist strap and footwear testing functionality with pass/fail LED indication and ANSI/ESD S20.20 compliant test ranges.
What is the difference between the Desco 19280 and the Desco 19282?
Both are Desco combo wrist strap and footwear testers with identical test functions and pass/fail LED indication. The 19280 does not include a stand and is designed for bench-top or surface-mounted use. The 19282 includes an integrated stand for freestanding use at EPA entry points. Choose the 19280 if you have a counter, shelf, or surface to mount the tester on; choose the 19282 if you need a self-contained freestanding unit.
Does the Desco 19280 test both feet simultaneously?
Yes. The 19280 tests both foot grounders simultaneously — one foot plate per foot — providing a combined pass/fail result for the operator's full footwear grounding system in a single test cycle.
Is the Desco 19280 compliant with ANSI/ESD S20.20?
Yes. The 19280 test ranges (750 kΩ to 35 MΩ for wrist straps and footwear) meet ANSI/ESD S20.20 personnel grounding verification requirements and are tested per ANSI/ESD STM97.1.
Can I add a stand to the Desco 19280?
The 19280 does not include a stand. If you need a freestanding tester, the Desco 19282 includes an integrated stand and is the recommended choice for floor or counter-height EPA entry point use.
