Stackable ESD Storage Boxes with Lids

Why lidded ESD boxes (versus open totes)

Three reasons buyers move from open ESD totes to lidded ESD storage boxes: dust exclusion in long-term inventory, stack rigidity (lids carry load from above without crushing parts inside), and theft / mix-up protection in shared stockrooms.

For ESD-sensitive components, dust matters more than people think — fine particulate dropping into an IC tray over months in storage creates a contact-resistance failure mode that does not show up at incoming inspection. A dust-tight lid is cheap insurance.

Stack ratings in practice

Our stackable ESD storage box family is rated for 5 boxes high under full load (typical 15-25 kg per box, so a 5-high stack puts ~100 kg static load on the bottom bin lid).

Important: stack rating is measured with the load centered, on a flat hard floor, at room temperature. If you stack on a rack shelf, the rack-shelf flex absorbs some load — actual safe stack heights on flexible shelving drop to 3-4 boxes high. We can spec ribbed-lid variants if your warehouse runs heavy on the top boxes.

Stocked sizes

15 liter — for small ICs, reels, sub-assemblies. 400 × 300 × 150 mm.

28 liter — most-ordered general-purpose size for kitting and WIP. 400 × 300 × 280 mm.

45 liter — for PCB sub-assemblies and larger modules. 600 × 400 × 220 mm.

70 liter — for finished electronic modules and bulk parts. 600 × 400 × 325 mm.

All sizes black (default), with optional blue / red / yellow dissipative colors for 5S zoning. Custom colors and printed labels available with 500-piece MOQ.

Permanent vs topical anti-static

Tyson Supply Chain stackable ESD storage boxes use carbon-loaded permanent dissipative PP. This means the anti-static performance is built into the polymer matrix and does not wash off, age out, or fail at low humidity.

Topical anti-static sprays and coated boxes (sometimes sold cheaply on Amazon as "ESD storage") lose effectiveness within 6-12 months and are not compliant with ANSI/ESD S20.20 for an ESD Protected Area (EPA). If you are auditing to S20.20, insist on permanent dissipative.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the lids included or sold separately?

Lids ship included with the box by default. Lids snap on with a tactile click and seal dust-tight. If you want box-only (for example, to use anti-static stretch film as a top cover at lower unit cost), specify "no lid" on the quote — saves about 12-15% per unit.

Can I stack mixed sizes?

Stack 400×300 sizes (15L and 28L) on each other, and stack 600×400 sizes (45L and 70L) on each other. Mixing footprints — 400×300 on top of 600×400 — is unstable and not load-rated. For mixed-size inventory, use a rack and store on shelves rather than stacking.

How do I sanitize ESD storage boxes for cleanroom use?

Permanent dissipative PP can be wiped down with isopropyl alcohol (70% IPA) without affecting surface resistance — the anti-static is in the polymer, not on the surface. For Class 1000 / ISO 6 cleanrooms, validated SKUs ship double-bagged with a particulate compliance statement. Specify cleanroom requirement on the quote.

What is the lead time?

Stock sizes (15L, 28L, 45L, 70L, black) ship same-day from Los Angeles. Custom colors or printed labels: 3-4 week lead time. Custom sizes: 6-8 weeks from drawing approval.