Handling Guideline
For the SCD30 CO2, humidity and temperature sensor
Introduction
The SCD30 CO2, humidity and temperature sensor
consists of a PCB with discrete electric components andan optical cell: The RH/T sensor is soldered on the PCB,
CO2 concentration is measured in an optical cell in adual-channel configuration.

Force applied on the optical cell and ESD events might
impact the sensor accuracy and functionality. Thisapplication note explains how to handle the SCD30
properly to guarantee optimal sensing performance andto avoid sensor damage.

Mechanical Handling
Never touch or apply force on the optical cell. Only handle the sensor by touching the PCB. The sensor should always behandled with clean gloves in a clean environment to keep the sensor away from contaminant like dust, dirt or grease.

ESD Precautions
The SCD30 is an ESD sensitive product and must be prevented from electrostatic discharge events at all times. Thus,
operators must always use proper ESD equipment when handling the sensor. Furthermore, the SCD30 sensor module
must only be touched on the long side of the PCB to avoid contact with the metallized parts of the optical cavity.

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SCD30 Sample on EvalKit
When doing measurements with an SCD30 sample on an EvalKit, the optical cell should never be in contact with anobject. To avoid mechanical stress, the adapter PCB with the SCD30 on top should be facing down.

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Revision history
Date
27.04.2017
14.03.2019

Revision
12

Changes
Initial Version
Minor revisions

Important Notices
Warning, Personal Injury
Do not use this product as safety or emergency stop devices or in
any other application where failure of the product could result inpersonal injury. Do not use this product for applications otherthan its intended and authorized use. Before installing, handling,using or servicing this product, please consult the data sheet andapplication notes. Failure to comply with these instructions could
result in death or serious injury.
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ESD Precautions
The inherent design of this component causes it to be sensitive toelectrostatic discharge (ESD). To prevent ESD-induced damage and/ordegradation, take customary and statutory ESD precautions whenhandling this product.
See application note “ESD, Latchup and EMC” for more information.
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