EMI Gasket Fabrication without Tooling
What’s the fastest way to fabricate a flat EMI gasket? Die cutting is quick and efficient at higher volumes, but there’s tooling to wait for. If you need low to medium volumes instead, have you considered flash cutting? This computer-controlled cutting process uses standard knives instead of specialized tools and is one of several EMI […]
Cold Spliced EMI O-Rings vs. Vulcanized EMI O-Rings
Compare cold spliced EMI O-Rings with vulcanized EMI O-rings and make the right choice for your EMI shielding project. Ask SSP for EMI O-rings. Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) extrudes EMI elastomers into solid cords that come in various stock sizes. Die cutters and other gasket fabricators can convert these cords into bonded O-rings that provide […]
EMI Shielding Comparison
Use the tables below for an EMI shielding comparison with electrically conductive silicones. EMI/RFI elastomers are shielding materials that combine the advantages of rubber with the electrical properties of metals. An inert, synthetic elastomer, silicone offers thermal stability over a wide temperature range along with resistance to ozone, water, and sunlight. When filled with tiny […]
EMI O-Ring Applications
EMI O ring applications solve the continuity issues in removable parts in an enclosure. They also seal gaps and improve enclosure reliability. EMI O-Ring Applications: Understanding the Basics What is EMI? Electromagnetic interference (EMI) occurs when external electromagnetic energy mixes with another electronic system and then disturbs the system’s original flow. EMI is one of […]
RFI Shielding Materials vs. EMI Shielding Materials
RF shielding materials are used to block or attenuate electromagnetic fields and radio waves from passing into or out of electronic devices and systems. These materials are critical in maintaining signal integrity, ensuring device compliance with electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards, and protecting sensitive components. Common RF Shielding Materials Metal Foils (Copper, Aluminum) Conductive Fabrics Conductive […]
EMI Shielding Elastomers: Solutions for Every Scenario
Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) has the best and broadest range of EMI shielding elastomers on the market. Our Made in USA materials meet tough specifications like MIL-DTL-83528, and we also offer nickel-coated graphite products that cost less than silver-filled elastomers. Plus, SSP provides the largest line of non-standard EMI shielding materials for every scenario. MIL-DTL-83528 […]
Spec Grade Aerospace Materials
Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) makes spec grade aerospace materials that meet A-A-59588, AMS, MIL-DTL-25988, ASTM E595 and other specifications. Many of our products have been independently tested, and we offer a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every batch. Keep reading to learn about our products and contact SSP to request a quote. A-A-59588 Materials […]
MIL-DTL-83528 Type A, B, C, D, and K Materials for EMI Gaskets
Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) is meeting rising demand for EMI shielding elastomers that meet MIL-DTL-83528 requirements. Known also as MIL-G-83528, this U.S. military detail specification defines general requirements for EMI gaskets and is organized into lettered sections. SSP makes MIL-DTL-83528 Type A, B, C, D, and K elastomers, all of which are part of the […]
Three EMI Shielding Elastomers
Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) makes a variety of EMI shielding elastomers and shares complete product information, including independent test results, on our website. SSP’s electrically conductive silicones and fluorosilicones are filled with silver-coated or nickel-graphite particles and supplied as sheets, rolls, extrusions, ready-to-mold compounds, and fabricated products. Here are three EMI shielding elastomers that are […]
How to Cut EMI Gasket Costs for Military Projects
Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) is enabling defense contractors to reduce EMI gasket costs without compromising quality or performance. In addition to cost-effective nickel-graphite materials, SSP provides molded or bonded EMI frame gaskets that maximize yields and reduce waste. SSP also makes continuous rolls that are less expensive to produce and faster to fabricate into finished […]