Humidity and Static Charge

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The greater the relative humidity (above 50%) the greater the conductivity of charge-retaining non-conductive materials. Humidity below 30% makes non-conductive (insulative) material hold charge. However, increasing humidity isn't necessarily the best option for static control. For example, greater water vapor leads to oxidation and soldering problems.

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