THE CHALLENGE
An electronics component manufacturer requires a filter connector gasket that must be conductive, with z-axis and x-y plane shielding. It must have high reliability on both aging and temperature cycling tests. The customer is currently using a metal gasket with form-in-place (FIP) technology that is not providing the proper performance required.
DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
• Shielding effectiveness reliability
• Good grounding
• Z-axis and x-y plane shielding
• Designated assembly height
KEY CUSTOMER REQUIREMENTS
• Cost effective
• Good grounding
• Optimize product structure
CONCLUSION
Parker Chomerics CHO-SEAL® 1285 conductive elastomer material was selected in a molded gasket shape. CHO-SEAL® 1285 is a military grade gasket for corrosive environments; it is lightweight, 200°C max use temperature; good EMP resistance, and as available in many product forms such as the molded gasket used in this case study, but also in extruded or reinforced forms.