The QS 500 ESD Black is a high-quality ESD safety shoe from Birkenstock, specifically designed for use in EPA zones. This model meets the ESD standard DIN EN 61340-5-1 and EN ISO 20345:2011 in safety class S3. The shoe features the original BIRKENSTOCK footbed, which is equipped with a continuously conductive bedding, and offers optimal protection against static discharges. The upper material is made of high-quality leather and the nitrile rubber outsole is oil, gasoline resistant, and slip-resistant (SRC). Additional protection is provided by the steel toe cap and scratch-resistant toe protection. The penetration protection is metal-free, which increases wearing comfort. The shoe weight is approximately 339 g in size 42, and size availability ranges from 47-48 in standard width. The cork and microfiber insole is replaceable, improving hygiene and adaptability. Thanks to the unique BIRKENSTOCK footbed, which conforms to the sole of the foot, the QS 500 ESD Black also offers excellent wearing comfort and support during long workdays.
For many years BIRKENSTOCK has been synonymous for excellent comfort and extraordinary quality, also in the ESD sector, all over the world. Due to their additional ESD features, the ESD shoes ensure a reliable protection against spontaneous static discharge and are therefore ideal for the use in EPAs. For their manufacturing BIRKENSTOCK uses high-quality materials from Europe. The outsole are highly slip- and abrasion-resistant providing good shock absorption. The unique BIRKENSTOCK footbed Professional adapts perfectly to the sole of the foot due to its surface structure. Thereby it supports the foot offering the wearer best wearing comfort even during long working days.
In compliance with the ESD standard DIN EN 61340-5-1Â
Shoes have been tested in accordance with the specifications of DIN EN 61340. They generally have a volume resistance of 7.5 x 10^5 to 3.5 x 10^7 ohms.
Safety class S3
Shoes with a protective toe cap made of aluminum, plastic or steel. They are slip-resistant, antistatic, waterproof and have energy absorption capacity in the heel area. They also have a puncture-resistant steel midsole, a profiled outsole and a closed heel area. A fuel-resistant sole is also possible.
Steel toe cap
Steel toe caps are somewhat heavier than other materials, but are very stable and resistant. As a rule, they can withstand a force of at least 200 joules.
Slip resistance SRC
The shoe is slip-resistant both on ceramic tiles with NaLS (sodium sulphate solution) and on steel floors with glycerine.
Penetration protection/midsole metal-free
The penetration protection protects the foot from nails and other sharp objects. Metal-free penetration protection made of textile fabric is lighter and more flexible and covers the entire surface of the foot. However, very sharp objects can penetrate it.
Exchangeable insole
The insole is not firmly integrated into the shoe, but only inserted loosely. It can therefore be easily replaced if necessary.