S Contact Gasket for Low Force EMI Shielding and Grounding
The S Contact Gasket is a low-profile electrical contact solution designed for EMI shielding, grounding, and electrical continuity in electronic enclosures and assemblies. Manufactured from beryllium copper, it provides excellent conductivity and reliable spring performance. As a result, it delivers effective shielding while requiring minimal compression force.
S Contact Gaskets are ideal for small openings, compact enclosures, telecommunications equipment, aerospace electronics, military systems, industrial controls, and medical devices. In addition, the low-profile design helps maintain continuous electrical contact between conductive surfaces. Therefore, it reduces stress on enclosure doors, panels, and access points.
Engineers often use S Contact Gaskets to create grounding paths and improve EMI/RFI shielding performance. Furthermore, the spring-contact design accommodates dimensional changes and maintains reliable electrical performance over time. Consequently, these gaskets provide dependable grounding and shielding in compact electronic systems.
Leader Tech S Contact Gaskets are available in multiple lengths and plating options. As a result, engineers can select a configuration that meets specific grounding and shielding requirements. Moreover, the durable design supports long service life in demanding applications.
Options
PP = plating code from plating code table below
X.XXX = Desired length
| Leader Tech Part Number | A (in) | B (in) | C (in) | D (in) | F (in) | G (in) | T (in) | Max Length (in) | Fingers at Max Length | Adhesive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leader Tech Part Number | A (in) | B (in) | C (in) | D (in) | F (in) | G (in) | T (in) | Max Length (in) | Fingers at Max Length | Adhesive |
| 11-90S-PP-X.XXX | 0.110 | 0.900 | 0.660 | 0.380 | 0.125 | 0.047 | 0.0100 | 16 | 93 | N |
| Leader Tech Part Number | A (mm) | B (mm) | C (mm) | D (mm) | F (mm) | G (mm) | T (mm) | Max Length (mm) | Fingers at Max Length | Adhesive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leader Tech Part Number | A (mm) | B (mm) | C (mm) | D (mm) | F (mm) | G (mm) | T (mm) | Max Length (mm) | Fingers at Max Length | Adhesive |
| 11-90S-PP-X.XXX | 2.79 | 22.86 | 16.76 | 9.65 | 3.18 | 1.19 | 0.254 | 405 | 93 | N |
| 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 |