FSC Folded Fingerstock Gasket
FSC Folded Fingerstock Gaskets are designed to provide reliable EMI/RFI shielding, grounding, and electrical contact while minimizing the risk of gasket damage during repeated compression cycles. The unique snag-free folded design helps protect the leading edge of the gasket as enclosure doors, panels, and covers are opened and closed.
Manufactured from high-performance beryllium copper, FSC Folded Fingerstock Gaskets offer excellent spring properties, corrosion resistance, and long-term durability. The folded profile maintains consistent electrical continuity while accommodating varying compression requirements in demanding electronic enclosure applications.
The innovative folded construction allows the leading edge to slide safely into the extended base section during compression, reducing wear and extending service life. This makes FSC Folded Gaskets ideal for applications requiring frequent access, repeated cycling, and dependable EMI shielding performance.
Common applications include military electronics, aerospace systems, telecommunications equipment, industrial control cabinets, medical devices, and electronic enclosures requiring effective EMI protection and grounding.
Options
PP = plating code from plating code table below
X.XXX = Desired length
Lengths greater than 24 inches are only available in the following finishes: BD, NI, SN, ST, SNPB, SU
| Leader Tech Part Number | A (in) | B (in) | F (in) | G (in) | T (in) | Max Length (in) | Fingers at Max Length | Adhesive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leader Tech Part Number | A (in) | B (in) | F (in) | G (in) | T (in) | Max Length (in) | Fingers at Max Length | Adhesive |
| 8-25FSC-PP-X.XXX | 0.080 | 0.250 | 0.170 | 0.018 | 0.0030 | 300 | 1596 | Y |
| 14-51FSC-PP-X.XXX | 0.140 | 0.510 | 0.228 | 0.022 | 0.0030 | 300 | 1200 | Y |
| 14-S-51FSC-PP-X.XXX | 0.140 | 0.510 | 0.228 | 0.022 | 0.0020 | 300 | 1200 | Y |
| 23-76FSC-PP-X.XXX | 0.230 | 0.760 | 0.343 | 0.032 | 0.0040 | 300 | 800 | Y |
| Leader Tech Part Number | A (mm) | B (mm) | F (mm) | G (mm) | T (mm) | Max Length (mm) | Fingers at Max Length | Adhesive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leader Tech Part Number | A (mm) | B (mm) | F (mm) | G (mm) | T (mm) | Max Length (mm) | Fingers at Max Length | Adhesive |
| 8-25FSC-PP-X.XXX | 2.03 | 6.35 | 4.32 | 0.46 | 0.076 | 7621 | 1596 | Y |
| 14-51FSC-PP-X.XXX | 3.56 | 12.95 | 5.79 | 0.56 | 0.076 | 7619 | 1200 | Y |
| 14-S-51FSC-PP-X.XXX | 3.56 | 12.95 | 5.79 | 0.56 | 0.051 | 7619 | 1200 | Y |
| 23-76FSC-PP-X.XXX | 5.84 | 19.30 | 8.71 | 0.81 | 0.102 | 7619 | 800 | Y |
| Plating Code | Plating | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| BD | As Heat treated | As Heat Treated with Nitrogen |
| AU | Gold | ASTM B488, TYPE I, CODE C, CLASS 1.25 PRECEDED BY AN UNDERCOAT OF AT LEAST .000047" OF COPPER PER SAE-AMS2418 AND AT LEAST .000047" OF NICKEL PER SAE-AMS-QQ-N-290 |
| AG | Silver, Bright | ASTM B700, TYPE 2, GRADE B, CLASS N .0001" MIN PRECEDED BY A NICKEL UNDERCOAT AT LEAST .000039" THICK PER SAE-AMS-QQ-N-290 |
| MAG | Silver, Matte | ASTM B700, TYPE 2, GRADE A, CLASS N .0001" MIN PRECEDED BY A NICKEL UNDERCOAT AT LEAST .000039" THICK PER SAE-AMS-QQ-N-290 |
| CDC | Cadmium Chromate, Clear | ASTM B766, CLASS 5, TYPE III |
| CDY | Cadmium Chromate, Yellow | ASTM B766, CLASS 5, TYPE II |
| NI | Electroless Nickel RoHS | ASTM B733, TYPE IV, SC1, CLASS 1 |
| SN | Tin, Bright | ASTM B545, CLASS A PRECEDED BY A NICKEL UNDERCOAT AT LEAST .00005" THICK PER SAE-AMS-QQ-N-290 |
| ST | Tin, Matte | ASTM B545, CLASS A PRECEDED BY A NICKEL UNDERCOAT AT LEAST .00005" THICK PER SAE-AMS-QQ-N-290 |
| SNPB | Tin Lead | ASTM B 579, SC2 PRECEDED BY AN UNDERCOAT OF AT LEAST .000098" OF COPPER PER SAE-AMS2418 AND AT LEAST .000098" OF NICKEL PER SAE-AMS-QQ-N-290 |
| SU | Solderable Unplated | - |
| ZNC | Zinc, Clear | ASTM B633, SC1, TYPE III |
| ZNY | Zinc, Yellow | ASTM B633, SC1, TYPE II |