Benefits of Wire Oriented Silicone

Electromagnetic interference (EMI) is interference from an outside source that affects a circuit or electrical path. EMI can both be human-made and naturally occurring. Lightning and solar storms are examples of natural sources of EMI. Human-made sources are electrical devices and high-powdered radio.

The best way to avoid adverse problems from EMI is through proper shielding. EMI shielding is a way to prevent interference. Consumers expect high-quality electronics that will reduce the impact of EMI. There are many ways to create EMI shielding for electronics. Using wire oriented silicone is an effective way to block EMI.

A wire oriented silicone shield is a gasket made up of multiple small wires embedded in a solid or sponge silicone. The many wires create excellent conductivity to establish EMI shielding.
What are the many benefits of wire oriented silicone?

• It works great in wet conditions as it has water sealing capabilities up to ten meters.
• If your product will be in extreme weather conditions, consider using wire oriented silicone. It can withstand temperatures up to 220 degrees Celsius.
• Wire oriented silicone is a popular choice for many applications due to its high conductivity. It provides high shielding performance.
• This material is durable and can withstand many varied conditions. It is resistant to salt spray, chemicals, and pressure.
• Wire oriented silicone is a popular material due to its versatility. The product can be supplied in die-cuts, strips, and sheets.
• The material is also fuel and oil-resistant.
• It is available in many different thicknesses, such as 1.13 and 3.18 mm.

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