EMI Shielding Products
- Custom Gasket Fabrication
- Connector Gaskets
- Bonded O Ring
- Custom Gaskets
- Conduct-O-Knit Knitted Wire Mesh
- Conduct-O-Seal Combo Gasket
- Conduct-O-Elastomer
- Conduct-O-Seal Oriented Wire in Silicone Gasket Material
- Conduct-O-Mesh Tape
- Conduct-O-Foam
- Conduct-O-Bond
- Optical Filters For Electronic Displays
- Shielded Vent Panels
- ESC Board Level Shielding
- 300 Series
Silicon Filled Woven Aluminum
What is Silicon-Filled Woven Aluminum?
Silicon-filled woven aluminum is a composite material that combines the excellent electrical conductivity of aluminum with the flexibility, durability, and heat resistance of silicone. This material is formed by weaving aluminum wires and embedding them within a silicone matrix, creating a flexible, lightweight, and high-performance RF shield solution.
Advantages of Silicon-Filled Woven Aluminum for RF Shields
- High Performance - Silicon-filled woven aluminum provides excellent shielding effectiveness due to the high conductivity of aluminum and the flexible nature of the silicone matrix. This combination ensures that electromagnetic radiation is efficiently blocked or absorbed, resulting in minimal interference.
- Lightweight and Flexible - The unique structure of silicon-filled woven aluminum makes it lightweight and flexible, allowing it to conform to various shapes and sizes. These features make it ideal for many applications, especially where weight and space constraints are critical factors.
- Corrosion Resistance - Aluminum is inherently resistant to corrosion, and the silicone matrix further enhances this property. This corrosion resistance ensures that silicon-filled woven aluminum maintains its performance and durability, even in harsh environments.
- Environmentally Friendly - Silicon-filled woven aluminum is an environmentally friendly material due to its recyclability and the reduced energy consumption associated with its production compared to other RF shielding materials.
Applications of RF Shields with Silicon-Filled Woven Aluminum
- Electronics Industry - Silicon-filled woven aluminum can be used as an EMI shielding material in various electronic devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and computers. It helps prevent interference between components and ensures the reliable operation of these devices.
- Telecommunications - The telecommunications industry relies on RF shielding to protect the integrity of data transmission and prevent interference between wireless devices. Silicon-filled woven aluminum can be used in antennas, cables, and more.