Shielding Fabrics for EMI and RFI Protection
Shielding Fabrics provide effective EMI and RFI protection for electronic enclosures, telecommunications equipment, industrial electronics, and sensitive electronic systems. These conductive fabric materials help reduce electromagnetic interference. As a result, they support reliable system performance while maintaining flexibility and ease of installation.
Leader Tech Shielding Fabrics are engineered to provide lightweight shielding solutions that support grounding, gasketing, and enclosure protection requirements. In addition, multiple conductive coatings and adhesive options allow engineers to integrate these materials into a wide variety of electronic designs.
Benefits of Conductive Fabric Materials
Shielding Fabrics combine electrical conductivity with lightweight construction. Therefore, they work well in applications where metal shielding materials may be too heavy or impractical.
Key benefits include:
- Effective EMI and RFI attenuation
- Lightweight and flexible construction
- Excellent conductivity
- Easy installation and fabrication
- Available with conductive PSA backing
- Custom die-cut configurations
- Reliable grounding performance
Consequently, engineers can improve electromagnetic compatibility without adding significant weight or complexity.
Applications for EMI Shielding Fabrics
Engineers commonly use these conductive fabrics in:
- Electronic enclosures
- Telecommunications systems
- Aerospace electronics
- Military equipment
- Medical devices
- Industrial control systems
- Grounding applications
- Custom EMI shielding assemblies
Furthermore, the flexible construction allows these materials to conform to complex surfaces and enclosure geometries. In addition, these materials fit complex shapes and tight spaces where rigid shielding products may not work well.
Conductive Fabric Shielding Materials
Leader Tech Shielding Fabrics are manufactured using conductive textile materials designed to maximize shielding effectiveness while maintaining durability and flexibility. Moreover, engineers can select from several conductive coatings and adhesive options to meet specific electrical and environmental requirements.
Finally, manufacturers can produce these materials in custom shapes, strips, die-cut components, and shielding assemblies.
Why Choose Conductive Fabric Solutions?
Shielding Fabrics provide a versatile solution for EMI shielding applications. As a result, engineers can achieve reliable shielding while keeping designs lightweight and flexible. Their adaptability makes them an excellent choice for modern electronic enclosure and grounding applications.
| Leader Tech Part Number | Material | Thickness (in) | Width (in) | Length (in) | Adhesive | Resistivity (Ohms/Square) | Attenuation (dB@500kHz) | Attenuation (dB@100MHz) | Attenuation (dB@300MHz) | Attenuation (dB@1GHz) |
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| Leader Tech Part Number | Material | Thickness (in) | Width (in) | Length (in) | Adhesive | Resistivity (Ohms/Square) | Attenuation (dB@500kHz) | Attenuation (dB@100MHz) | Attenuation (dB@300MHz) | Attenuation (dB@1GHz) |
| SF005PCN | Conductive CuNi Cloth | 0.003 | 41 | 36 | No | 0.005 | 79 | 81 | 86 | 82 |
| SF005PCN-CA | Conductive CuNi Cloth | 0.003 | 41 | 36 | Conductive PSA | 0.005 | 79 | 81 | 86 | 82 |
| SF005PCN-HM | Conductive CuNi Cloth | 0.003 | 41 | 36 | Hot Melt | 0.005 | 79 | 81 | 86 | 82 |
| SF030PCU | Conductive Cu Cloth | 0.003 | 41 | 36 | No | 0.035 | 60 | 67 | 65 | 62 |
| SF030PCU-CA | Conductive Cu Cloth | 0.003 | 41 | 36 | Conductive PSA | 0.035 | 60 | 67 | 65 | 62 |
| SF030PCU-HM | Conductive Cu Cloth | 0.003 | 41 | 36 | Hot Melt Adhesive | 0.035 | 60 | 67 | 65 | 62 |
| SF050PNI | Conductive Ni Cloth | 0.004 | 41 | 36 | No | 0.05 | 60 | 72 | 67 | 63 |
| SF050PNI-CA | Conductive Ni Cloth | 0.004 | 41 | 36 | Conductive PSA | 0.05 | 60 | 72 | 67 | 63 |
| SF050PNI-HM | Conductive Ni Cloth | 0.004 | 41 | 36 | Hot Melt Adhesive | 0.05 | 60 | 72 | 67 | 63 |
| Leader Tech Part Number | Material | Thickness (mm) | Width (mm) | Length (mm) | Adhesive | Resistivity (Ohms/Square) | Attenuation (dB@500kHz) | Attenuation (dB@100MHz) | Attenuation (dB@300MHz) | Attenuation (dB@1GHz) |
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| Leader Tech Part Number | Material | Thickness (mm) | Width (mm) | Length (mm) | Adhesive | Resistivity (Ohms/Square) | Attenuation (dB@500kHz) | Attenuation (dB@100MHz) | Attenuation (dB@300MHz) | Attenuation (dB@1GHz) |
| SF005PCN | Conductive CuNi Cloth | 0.076 | 1041.4 | 914.4 | No | 0.005 | 79 | 81 | 86 | 82 |
| SF005PCN-CA | Conductive CuNi Cloth | 0.076 | 1041.4 | 914.4 | Conductive PSA | 0.005 | 79 | 81 | 86 | 82 |
| SF005PCN-HM | Conductive CuNi Cloth | 0.076 | 1041.4 | 914.4 | Hot Melt | 0.005 | 79 | 81 | 86 | 82 |
| SF030PCU | Conductive Cu Cloth | 0.076 | 1041.4 | 914.4 | No | 0.035 | 60 | 67 | 65 | 62 |
| SF030PCU-CA | Conductive Cu Cloth | 0.076 | 1041.4 | 914.4 | Conductive PSA | 0.035 | 60 | 67 | 65 | 62 |
| SF030PCU-HM | Conductive Cu Cloth | 0.076 | 1041.4 | 914.4 | Hot Melt Adhesive | 0.035 | 60 | 67 | 65 | 62 |
| SF050PNI | Conductive Ni Cloth | 0.102 | 1041.4 | 914.4 | No | 0.05 | 60 | 72 | 67 | 63 |
| SF050PNI-CA | Conductive Ni Cloth | 0.102 | 1041.4 | 914.4 | Conductive PSA | 0.05 | 60 | 72 | 67 | 63 |
| SF050PNI-HM | Conductive Ni Cloth | 0.102 | 1041.4 | 914.4 | Hot Melt Adhesive | 0.05 | 60 | 72 | 67 | 63 |