Menda Conductive ESD Assembly Workstation Organizer, 16-7/8" x 8-1/8" – 35873
Keep frequently used tools, dispensing bottles, and workbench supplies organized and within easy reach with this conductive assembly workstation organizer. Designed for electronics manufacturing, repair, and assembly environments, it provides a convenient way to establish consistent tool placement while supporting electrostatic discharge (ESD) control procedures.
Manufactured from extruded conductive Plastek polypropylene, the organizer provides a reliable path to ground when used with an appropriate grounding arrangement. Its conductive construction makes it suitable for workstations where controlling electrostatic charge is important.
The spacious open-top design accommodates a variety of tools and supplies commonly used in electronics assembly, including Menda dispensing bottles, lotion containers, flux bottles, solder spools, cutters, tweezers, wash bottles, and other workbench accessories.
Measuring 16-7/8 inches wide, 8-1/8 inches deep, and 2-3/8 inches high, the organizer provides a dedicated storage area without requiring a large amount of vertical workspace. Its low-profile construction keeps frequently used items accessible during assembly, inspection, maintenance, and repair operations.
The conductive polypropylene material offers excellent durability and resistance to moisture and many chemicals. Its high-impact construction is designed for repeated use in demanding manufacturing environments.
In addition to keeping tools organized, the workstation organizer helps standardize workbench layouts. Using consistent storage locations across multiple workstations can make supplies easier to locate, simplify workstation setup, and support organized production practices.
Manufactured in the United States, this organizer is a practical solution for facilities seeking durable, conductive workbench storage.
This product includes the workstation organizer box only. Tools, dispensing bottles, and other accessories are not included.
Features & Benefits
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Conductive ESD Construction: Designed for appropriate ESD-protected workstations.
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Plastek Polypropylene Material: Manufactured from extruded, high-impact conductive polypropylene.
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Specified Resistance Range: 10²–10⁴ ohms.
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Path-to-Ground Capability: Conductive material provides a path to ground when appropriately connected.
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Spacious Open-Top Design: Keeps frequently used tools and supplies accessible.
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16-7/8" Width: Provides room for multiple workstation accessories.
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8-1/8" Depth: Accommodates a variety of bottles, tools, and supplies.
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2-3/8" Height: Low-profile construction for convenient workbench use.
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Versatile Storage: Suitable for dispensing bottles, flux bottles, solder spools, cutters, tweezers, and other accessories.
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Workstation Standardization: Helps maintain consistent tool placement across multiple work areas.
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Durable Construction: High-impact material designed for repeated professional use.
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Chemical Resistance: Resists exposure to many chemicals encountered in industrial environments.
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Moisture Resistance: Suitable for work areas where moisture resistance is beneficial.
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Extruded Construction: Economical alternative to certain injection-molded storage products.
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Reusable Organizer: Provides long-term workbench storage.
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Made in the USA: Manufactured in the United States.
Specifications
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Brand: Menda
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Manufacturer Part Number: 35873
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SKU: 35873
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Product Type: Assembly Workstation Organizer
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Configuration: Box Only
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Material: Extruded Conductive Polypropylene
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Material Series: Plastek
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Electrical Classification: Conductive
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Specified Resistance: 10²–10⁴ Ohms
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Overall Width: 16-7/8" (Approximately 428.6 mm)
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Overall Depth: 8-1/8" (Approximately 206.4 mm)
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Overall Height: 2-3/8" (Approximately 60.3 mm)
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Construction: Extruded, High-Impact Polypropylene
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Chemical Resistant: Yes, for Compatible Chemicals
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Moisture Resistant: Yes
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Primary Application: ESD Workstation Tool and Supply Organization
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Tools Included: No
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Dispensing Bottles Included: No
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Package Quantity: 1 Organizer
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Country of Origin: United States
Ideal For
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Electronics manufacturing workstations
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ESD-protected assembly areas
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Printed circuit board assembly
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Electronics repair and rework
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Precision tool organization
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Menda dispensing bottle storage
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Flux bottle organization
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Solder spool storage
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Cutter and tweezer organization
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Laboratory workstations
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Inspection and testing stations
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Technical maintenance departments
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Manufacturing production lines
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Standardized workstation layouts
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Lean manufacturing and 5S organization
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Static-sensitive production environments
Conductive Plastek Polypropylene Construction
The organizer is manufactured from Menda's conductive Plastek polypropylene material.
Unlike ordinary plastic storage containers, which may accumulate electrostatic charge through handling and friction, conductive materials provide a means for charge to move through the material.
When incorporated into an appropriate grounding arrangement, this helps control electrostatic charge in ESD-protected work environments.
Menda specifies a resistance range of 10²–10⁴ ohms for the material.
This conductive construction makes the organizer useful in electronics manufacturing and repair facilities where static-sensitive components are handled.
The organizer should be used as part of an established ESD-control program that includes appropriate grounding and handling procedures.
Organized Storage for Workbench Supplies
The organizer provides a dedicated location for tools and supplies commonly used during electronics assembly and maintenance.
It can accommodate compatible dispensing bottles, lotion containers, flux bottles, solder spools, cutters, tweezers, wash bottles, and other workbench accessories.
Keeping these items together helps reduce clutter and makes frequently used supplies easier to locate.
The open-top design allows technicians to access stored items without opening a lid or removing a cover.
This is particularly useful at workstations where tools and supplies are used repeatedly throughout the day.
Standardized Workstation Layouts
Consistent workstation organization can improve the efficiency of assembly and repair operations.
By assigning dedicated storage locations for frequently used supplies, facilities can establish similar workbench layouts across multiple workstations.
This helps technicians find tools more easily when moving between work areas.
It also supports organized production practices and visual workplace management.
The organizer is suitable for facilities implementing lean manufacturing or 5S workplace organization programs.
Low-Profile Open-Top Design
The organizer measures 16-7/8 inches wide, 8-1/8 inches deep, and 2-3/8 inches high.
Its low-profile design keeps stored supplies accessible while limiting unnecessary vertical obstruction on the workbench.
The open-top configuration allows technicians to see and retrieve tools and supplies quickly.
The rectangular shape is convenient for positioning along the back or side of an assembly workstation.
Choose a placement that allows safe access to tools without interfering with the work area.
High-Impact, Durable Construction
Menda manufactures this organizer from extruded, high-impact polypropylene.
The material provides strength and durability for repeated use in industrial and technical environments.
Its construction is suitable for routine handling of compatible tools, bottles, and workstation supplies.
The organizer is intended for practical everyday storage rather than use as a load-bearing structural component.
Avoid excessive loads or impacts that could damage the material.
Chemical and Moisture Resistance
The conductive polypropylene material offers resistance to moisture and many chemicals.
This makes the organizer suitable for workstations where compatible cleaning liquids, fluxes, and other manufacturing supplies are used.
Chemical resistance depends on the specific substance, concentration, exposure time, and operating conditions.
Always verify compatibility before exposing the organizer to aggressive solvents or cleaning chemicals.
Promptly clean spills using procedures appropriate for the chemical involved.
Economical Extruded Construction
The organizer is manufactured using extruded polypropylene construction.
This provides a practical alternative to certain injection-molded storage products.
The manufacturing method supports durable, functional workstation storage while maintaining the conductive properties needed for appropriate ESD applications.
The result is a straightforward organizer designed for repeated use in professional environments.
ESD Workstation Applications
The conductive organizer is intended for use at workstations where sensitive electronic components and assemblies are handled.
It provides a convenient location for compatible tools and supplies while supporting established static-control practices.
The conductive material can provide a path to ground when appropriately connected.
However, the organizer itself does not replace grounded work surfaces, personnel grounding, or other required ESD-control equipment.
Facilities should verify that the organizer is incorporated into their ESD-control system appropriately.
It is not specified as an ESD shielding container for transporting sensitive components outside an ESD-protected area.
Care and Maintenance
Keep the organizer clean and free of unnecessary debris.
Remove tools and supplies before performing routine cleaning.
Use cleaning products compatible with conductive polypropylene.
Avoid exposing the material to excessive heat or incompatible chemicals.
Inspect the organizer periodically for cracks, deformation, or other damage.
For facilities with formal ESD-control programs, verify the organizer's continued electrical suitability according to applicable procedures.
Keep stored tools and supplies organized to maintain convenient access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Menda 35873?
It is a conductive assembly workstation organizer designed to hold tools, dispensing bottles, and other supplies in ESD-protected work environments.
What are the overall dimensions?
The organizer measures 16-7/8 inches wide, 8-1/8 inches deep, and 2-3/8 inches high.
Is the organizer ESD-safe?
It is manufactured from conductive polypropylene for use in appropriate ESD-protected environments.
What material is it made from?
It is made from extruded conductive Plastek polypropylene.
What is Plastek?
Plastek is the conductive polypropylene material used in the organizer's construction.
What is the specified electrical resistance?
Menda specifies a resistance range of 10²–10⁴ ohms.
Does the organizer provide a path to ground?
Its conductive material can provide a path to ground when incorporated into an appropriate grounding arrangement.
Does it need to be grounded?
It should be used according to the grounding requirements of the facility's ESD-control program.
Is this a storage box or a tool box?
It is an open assembly workstation organizer intended for keeping tools and supplies accessible at a workbench.
Does it include a lid?
No. It features an open-top design.
Are tools included?
No. This product includes the organizer only.
Are dispensing bottles included?
No. Dispensing bottles and other accessories are sold separately.
Can it hold Menda dispensing bottles?
Yes. It is designed to accommodate compatible Menda dispensing bottles and other workstation supplies.
Can it hold flux bottles?
Yes. Flux bottles are among the types of supplies it is designed to organize.
Can it hold solder spools?
Yes. It can be used to store compatible solder spools.
Can it hold cutters and tweezers?
Yes. It is suitable for organizing compatible hand tools such as cutters and tweezers.
Can it hold wash bottles?
Yes. Compatible wash bottles can be stored in the organizer.
Is it suitable for electronics assembly?
Yes. It is designed for electronics manufacturing and assembly workstations.
Can it be used in an ESD-protected area?
Yes. Its conductive construction is intended for appropriate ESD-controlled environments.
Is it suitable for PCB repair workstations?
Yes. It can help organize tools and supplies used during printed circuit board repair and rework.
Can it be used in a laboratory?
Yes. It is suitable for compatible laboratory tools and supplies.
Is the material chemical resistant?
Yes. Menda specifies chemical resistance, although compatibility depends on the specific chemical.
Is the organizer moisture resistant?
Yes. The polypropylene material is moisture resistant.
Is it made from high-impact material?
Yes. It is manufactured from high-impact polypropylene.
What is the advantage of extruded construction?
It provides a durable, economical alternative to certain injection-molded storage products.
Can it help standardize workstations?
Yes. It is designed to help establish consistent tool and supply placement across multiple workstations.
Is it suitable for 5S workplace organization?
Yes. It can support organized tool placement and visual workplace management practices.
Does it replace ESD grounding equipment?
No. It is intended to complement established ESD-control procedures.
Does it provide ESD shielding?
It is specified as conductive, not as an ESD shielding enclosure.
Can it be used to transport unpackaged sensitive components?
It is intended for workstation organization. Use appropriate ESD-protective packaging when transporting sensitive components outside a protected area.
Can the organizer be cleaned?
Yes. Use cleaning products and methods compatible with conductive polypropylene.
How many organizers are included?
One organizer box is included.
What is the difference between Menda 35870 and 35873?
Menda 35870 is a yellow static-dissipative tool box with a removable tray. Menda 35873 is a conductive open-top assembly workstation organizer designed for organizing tools and supplies at a workbench.
Where is Menda 35873 manufactured?
It is made in the United States.
| SKU: | 35873 |
| UPC: | 363674122097 |
| Brand: | Menda |
| MPN: | 35873 |
| Made In: | United States |
