For customers struggling with EMI shielding gaps and high closure force requirements that can damage sensitive equipment, Parker Chomerics SOFT-SHIELD® provides a reliable, low-closure-force gasket solution that ensures consistent electrical grounding and superior EMI protection. Its unique combination of electrically conductive fabric wrapped around conformable foam eliminates EMI gaps through wrap-around technology, requires less than 1 lb/in closure force, and maintains shielding performance with less than 15% compression set—offering a durable, easy-to-install alternative that prevents signal leakage and extends equipment life in indoor applications.
Parker Chomerics SOFT-SHIELD® 4800 series solves common EMI shielding challenges by delivering superior Z-axis conductivity through silver-plated fibers integrated into low-density urethane foam, providing up to 95 dB shielding effectiveness with low compression set and stable performance over multiple cycles. Its durable construction, UL 94 HF-1 flammability rating, and availability in bulk rolls, strips, or custom shapes make it an ideal, cost-effective solution for indoor applications requiring reliable compartmental shielding and easy installation.
Fabric Over Foam & Conductive Foam
Parker Chomerics partners closely with customers by providing expert engineering support and customized design solutions to address complex EMI shielding challenges. Our team collaborates throughout the development process to optimize product performance and ensure seamless integration into your applications. Backed by a global manufacturing network, we deliver high-quality EMI shielding products reliably and on time to meet your project demands worldwide.
The versatility of Conductive Fabric Over Foam gaskets, combined with a wide variety of available profiles, makes this product ideal for numerous applications requiring full EMI shielding between component parts. It is especially well-suited for high-cycling and wiping environments where low compression force and superior abrasion resistance are critical. Common applications include cabinet doors, panel gaskets, grounding contacts, card cage gaskets, and connector or I/O gaskets.
Data centers and servers are critical to today’s digital infrastructure, requiring reliable electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding to maintain peak performance and prevent costly downtime. As electronic devices become faster and more powerful, effective EMI shielding solutions like Parker Chomerics’ SOFT-SHIELD® family—featuring fabric-over-foam and conductive foam gaskets—offer low compression force, high conductivity, and durability tailored for demanding data center environments. With global manufacturing capabilities and customizable designs, Parker Chomerics ensures data centers can evolve with emerging technologies while protecting sensitive equipment from EMI-related failures.
Aerial drones (UAVs) are increasingly critical across industries, making effective thermal management and electromagnetic interference (EMI) control essential for their safety and performance. Parker Chomerics’ SOFT-SHIELD® family offers versatile, low-closure-force electrically conductive gaskets—like fabric-over-foam and silver-plated fiber foam—that provide reliable grounding and EMI shielding tailored for drone applications. With global manufacturing capabilities and customizable solutions, Parker Chomerics supports the evolving needs of UAV designers to ensure optimal operation in demanding environments.
Consumer electronics and home connectivity devices demand reliable electrical grounding to ensure safe, high-performance operation amid increasing sophistication and higher data speeds. Parker Chomerics’ SOFT-SHIELD® fabric-over-foam (FoF) gaskets—including the versatile SOFT-SHIELD 3500, high-temperature 3700, and customizable 3800 models—offer proven, low-cost grounding and EMI shielding solutions designed for a wide range of applications. These products provide excellent conductivity, durability up to 125°C, and design flexibility, making them ideal for everything from Wi-Fi routers and smart home devices to gaming systems and home entertainment products.
Quality and consistency of every part is paramount to ensuring they do their job time after time, day after day. And the people who count on our parts and materials need to rest assured that they are functioning properly, freeing the operators or beneficiaries to do other tasks or simply live their lives worry-free.
Parker Chomerics’ manufacturing operations span the globe, allowing us to serve you locally no matter where you are. We understand your unique needs and provide personalized solutions that cater to your specific requirements.