EMI/EMC/RFI Shielding Products / Bake & Peel Conductive Masking

Bake & Peel vs Traditional Methods

A Guide to RFI/EMI/EMC Solutions

A conductive and corrosion-resistant surface between metal faces and seals is usually needed in the manufacture of gaskets. Companies have previously used procedures such as chromate conversion or paint stripping to do this, but these methods can be detrimental to the environment and may not deliver the same amount of conductivity as alternative options. One alternative solution is Bake & Peel Easy Peel Masking Tapes, utilising Aluminium or Copper foil or highly conductive fabric tapes with an aggressive conductive adhesive and a polyester film mask.

A Comprehensive Comparison:

Bake & Peel vs Retro Paint Stripping, Selective Plating, and Chromate Conversion for RFI/EMI/EMC Solutions:

 

Physical Properties Comparison Table

MethodBake & PeelRetro Paint StrippingSelective PlatingChromate Conversion
CostLowHighHighHigh
LaborLowHighHighHigh
OxidizationMinimalHighLowLow
AestheticsGoodPoorGoodGood
Ease Of UseEasyDifficultDifficultDifficult
Risk of Future CorrosionLowHighMediumMedium
Shielding AttenuationHighLowHighMedium

Purpose Comparison Table

MethodBake & PeelRetro Paint StrippingSelective PlatingChromate Conversion
PurposeTo achieve a conductive and corrosion- resistant surface between metal faces and seals.To strip an area after paintingTo provide a conductive surfaceTo prevent oxidization
AdvantagesCost-effective, environmentally friendly, highly conductiveCost effective but may not provide the same level of conductivity as Tin plated copper foilNoneNone
DisadvantagesNoneTime-consuming, may lead to surface corrosionExpensive, may not provide the same level of conductivity as Tin plated copper foilHarmful to the environment, may not provide the same level of conductivity as Tin plated copper foil

The comparative guide discusses the advantages and disadvantages of various techniques of treating metal surfaces in terms of maintaining high shielding attenuation levels and preventing corrosion. Bake & Peel provides a cost-effective and efficient solution that removes the need for retro-painting and selective plating while preserving good shielding performance and lowering the danger of future corrosion.

EMI Seals & Gaskets Ltd is dedicated to offering the finest solutions for our clients’ demands, and our Bake & Peel tape is just one example of our competence in gasket manufacture. Allow us to assist you in overcoming common challenges so you can concentrate on what truly matters – your design.

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