RFI and EMI - Contacts, Fingerstock and Gaskets

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
24M09-BFA016000T Orbel	FINGER STOCK BECU ADHESIVE MOUNT	98
060R125-024000 Orbel	GASKET FABRIC FOAM RECTANGULAR 0	100
125R500-024000 Orbel	GASKET FABRIC FOAM RECTANGULAR 0	90
080R275-024000 Orbel	GASKET FABRIC FOAM RECTANGULAR 0	100
26B08-BFA018000T Orbel	FINGER STOCK BECU NO SNAG 0.320"	100
040R125-024000 Orbel	GASKET FABRIC FOAM RECTANGULAT 0	100
250R500-024000 Orbel	GASKET FABRIC FOAM RECTANGULAR 0	98
195S195-024000 Orbel	GASKET FABRIC FOAM SQUARE 0.195"	85
500S500-024000 Orbel	GASKET FABRIC FOAM SQUARE 0.500"	100
080R500-024000 Orbel	GASKET FABRIC FOAM RECTANGULAR 0	100
26B03-BFA018000T Orbel	FINGER STOCK BECU NO SNAG 0.220"	93
32B05-BFA016000N Orbel	FINGER STOCK BECU CLIP-ON PRO 0.	100
040R200-024000 Orbel	GASKET FABRIC FOAM RECTANGULAR 0	100
040D200-024000 Orbel	GASKET FABRIC FOAM D-SHAPED 0.04	100
26B05-BFA018000T Orbel	FINGER STOCK BECU NO SNAG 0.320"	87
080D394-024000 Orbel	GASKET FABRIC FOAM D-SHAPED 0.08	100
375S375-024000 Orbel	GASKET FABRIC FOAM SQUARE 0.375"	100
187R375-024000 Orbel	GASKET FABRIC FOAM RECTANGULAR 0	100
020R196-024000 Orbel	GASKET FABRIC FOAM RECTANGULAR 0	100
100B300-024000 Orbel	GASKET FABRIC FOAM BELL SHAPED 0	100

RFI and EMI - Contacts, Fingerstock and Gaskets

1. Overview

RF/IF (Radio Frequency/Intermediate Frequency) and RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) systems require effective electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI) shielding to maintain signal integrity. Contacts, fingerstock, and gaskets are critical components for ensuring electrical continuity and shielding performance in electronic enclosures. These components prevent electromagnetic leakage while maintaining mechanical functionality in connectors, housings, and assemblies.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
Contacts	Conductive elements for maintaining electrical connections under compression	RF connectors, PCB grounding pads
Fingerstock	Resilient metal strips with finger-like projections for continuous shielding	Server chassis, military equipment
Gaskets	Conductive elastomers or mesh materials for sealing gaps	Automotive sensors, medical devices

3. Structure and Composition

Typical structures include:

Contacts: Beryllium copper or phosphor bronze cores with conductive platings (gold, silver, nickel)
Fingerstock: Canted coil springs or stamped metal fingers with corrosion-resistant coatings
Gaskets: Silicone rubber with embedded silver-aluminum particles or wire mesh

4. Key Technical Parameters

Parameter	Typical Range	Significance
Contact Resistance	0.1-10 m	Affects signal transmission efficiency
Shielding Effectiveness	60-120 dB (100 MHz-10 GHz)	Determines EMI/RFI attenuation
Compression Force	0.5-5 N/mm	Impacts mechanical durability
Temperature Range	-55 C to +150 C	Defines operational stability

5. Application Fields

Main industries include:

Telecommunications (5G base stations, microwave links)
Automotive (V2X communication systems, radar sensors)
Aerospace (avionics shielding compartments)
Medical (MRI shielding enclosures)

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Products
Parker Chomerics	CHO-SEAL conductive gaskets
Laird Performance Materials	Form-in-Place EMI gaskets
3M	EMI Shielding Tapes 9703/9706
Samtec	RFI/EMI shielded connectors

7. Selection Recommendations

Considerations include:

Frequency range of the application (higher frequencies require tighter tolerances)
Environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, chemical exposure)
Material compatibility (avoid galvanic corrosion between mating surfaces)
Cost-effectiveness (balance performance vs. budget constraints)

Case Study: In automotive radar systems, Parker Chomerics' silicone-based gaskets reduced EMI leakage by 40% compared to traditional metal fingerstock.

8. Industry Trends

Key development directions:

Miniaturization for 5G mmWave applications
Low-PIM (Passive Intermodulation) material formulations
Multi-functional integration with thermal management
RoHS-compliant plating processes (eliminating hexavalent chromium)