ESD simulator

These simulators are used in special electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) laboratories.

The human-body model emulates the action of a human body discharging static electricity, the machine model simulates static discharge from a machine, and the charged-device model simulates the charging and discharging events that occur in production processes and equipment.

[citation needed] Many ESD guns have interchangeable modules containing different discharge Networks or RC Modules (Specific resistance and capacitance values) to simulate different discharges.

These modules typically slide into the handle of the pistol portion of the ESD simulator, much like loading some handguns.

There are over 50 combinations of resistance and capacitance depending on the standards and the applicable electronics.