ANTISTATIC RUBBER

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Rubber or Neoprene can be made into rather poor conductors of electricity by the addition of carbon. The poor conductivity achieved is ideal for use in the operating theatre for the construction of anaesthetic equipment tubing, operating table mats, floors and trolley wheels. Static electricity induced on to the surface of these items will leak away safely, thus reducing the risk of electrical sparks which may cause ignition of volatile anaesthetic agents. Items made of antistatic rubber are normally identified by a yellow flash or label.