Anti-Static HDD Boxes

[Auric]

Where can they be had? Some OEM type plastic clam shells would be okay but something as compact but sturdier would be nice too. I considered TupperWare or such but am wary of static electricity. Likewise common plastic "project boxes", unless someone can recommend a source? Aluminum ones would avoid the static problem but in any case I do not want to enclose the drives with even semi-permanency but need to maintain ready access so screw-down lids are no good. A tight fit is essential too so as to avoid banging around inside. At worst I could resort to AS bag or box in TW but would rather avoid the "Russian doll" hassle. Suggestions?

 

[Riddlinkidstoner]

If you need something to ship it in you can buy hard drive "preapproved" shipping boxes from Seagate/Western Digital. They are kinda pricy...I usually just send them in Antistatic bags sealed with some bubble wrap or air bags.

 

[Mr Fox]

Originally posted by: Auric
Where can they be had? Some OEM type plastic clam shells would be okay but something as compact but sturdier would be nice too. I considered TupperWare or such but am wary of static electricity. Likewise common plastic "project boxes", unless someone can recommend a source? Aluminum ones would avoid the static problem but in any case I do not want to enclose the drives with even semi-permanency but need to maintain ready access so screw-down lids are no good. A tight fit is essential too so as to avoid banging around inside. At worst I could resort to AS bag or box in TW but would rather avoid the "Russian doll" hassle. Suggestions?

Just do an Advanced RMA they will ship you the Drive.... you use that box to ship it back.....Simple and easy.

 

[Auric]

Not for shipping, just storing removeable drives which are not affixed to trays.

 

[John]

Seagate Seashell? Hard Disc Drive Package

This innovative, new packaging methodology provides protection for hard disc drives from shock and ESD damage during manufacturing, transit and customer integration phases. It is a paradigm shift away from the traditional static shielding bag used in disc drive packaging, becoming the industry standard.

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Seagate Technology, LLC
USA
Phone: +1-720-684-1248
Fax: +1-(720) 684-2777
E-mail: jay.f.hazekamp@seagate.com

 

[Smartazz]

Originally posted by: John
Seagate Seashell? Hard Disc Drive Package

This innovative, new packaging methodology provides protection for hard disc drives from shock and ESD damage during manufacturing, transit and customer integration phases. It is a paradigm shift away from the traditional static shielding bag used in disc drive packaging, becoming the industry standard.

ID#09632/Entry#07 09

Seagate Technology, LLC
USA
Phone: +1-720-684-1248
Fax: +1-(720) 684-2777
E-mail: jay.f.hazekamp@seagate.com

Creative name. I think I might need to pick one up in the near future.

 

[crown711]

i have about 20 maybe ,these are goverment made.will work great for hdd's with about 3/4 "
space for just this problem.i've been using for two yrs and are just the right size.
lmk if we can work something out.prolly $ 5 ea.

 

[Auric]

Ja, I'm using old shells now from Seagate and Samsung but would prefer something more durable.

crown711, what are yours made of?

Pity that protected circuit board designs such as SeaShield never caught on.