Abstract: An anti-static tension device for maintaining tension and drag on yarn and for reducing static on the yarn, as the yarn is supplied from a yarn bobbin supply to the creel of a knitting or weaving machine. The anti-static tension device includes a mounting clip for mounting the anti-static tension device on a creel; and an anti-static disc having a hole therein for receiving a collar. The collar has a first passageway for receiving yarn from a yarn bobbin supply, and the anti-static disc is formed of a non-static plastic material to reduce static on the yarn. The anti-static tension device further includes a tension assembly connected at one end to the mounting clip for mounting to a creel and at the other end thereof to the anti-static disc.