Redesign of a soft conductive rubber strip electrode for measurement of surface resistance according to IEC 60079-32-2 within the context of the PTB Ex Proficiency Testing Scheme

Therefore, the proficiency team and electrostatic experts at PTB decided to design an accurate and user-friendly electrode which meets the requirements of IEC 60079-32-2. This paper provides information about the electrodes' design as well as the results of comparable measurements.