Product Description
Matrix provides an extensive range of enclosure gaskets, expertly crafted from materials such as silicone foam and neoprene, offering engineers robust solutions for environmental sealing and EMI/RFI shielding. These gaskets ensure IP-rated protection, safeguarding electronics from dust, moisture, and electromagnetic interference. Commonly employed in industries like telecommunications, aerospace, automotive, and industrial automation, enclosure gaskets guarantee reliability, compliance with stringent standards, and longevity in critical applications.
Value Added
Matrix enhances its value as an enclosure gasket partner by providing comprehensive in-house capabilities, including fabrication, vulcanizing, die cutting, Form-in-Place (FIP) gasketing, and XY cutting. These advanced processes allow engineers to achieve precise customization, optimal material utilization, and efficient gasket integration, ensuring superior environmental sealing, EMI/RFI shielding, and mechanical protection in diverse engineering applications.
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1. Silicone Foam Enclosure Gaskets:
- Description: Closed-cell silicone foam gaskets with excellent compression properties.
- Primary Benefit: Provides reliable environmental sealing, EMI/RFI shielding, and resistance to extreme temperatures and UV exposure.
2. Neoprene Enclosure Gaskets:
- Description: Chloroprene rubber (Neoprene) gaskets with high resilience.
- Primary Benefit: Ensures durable environmental sealing and protection against moisture, ozone, and chemicals.
3. Conductive Elastomer Enclosure Gaskets:
- Description: Elastomeric gaskets infused with conductive fillers.
- Primary Benefit: Offers dual functionality, combining environmental sealing with EMI/RFI shielding in critical applications.
4. Custom-Molded Enclosure Gaskets:
- Description: Precision-engineered gaskets molded to specific geometries.
- Primary Benefit: Tailored solutions for complex or unique enclosure designs, ensuring optimal sealing performance.
5. Hybrid Enclosure Gaskets:
- Description: Gaskets combining multiple materials (e.g., elastomer and metal).
- Primary Benefit: Provides a balance of sealing, electrical conductivity, and shielding in specialized applications.
6. Form-in-Place (FIP) Enclosure Gaskets:
- Description: Gaskets formed in place using liquid silicone or elastomer materials.
- Primary Benefit: Seamlessly adapts to intricate enclosure shapes, eliminating potential leak paths.
7. XY Cutting Enclosure Gaskets:
- Description: Precise XY-axis cutting for custom gasket shapes.
- Primary Benefit: Achieves intricate and highly accurate gasket profiles, optimizing sealing and fitment.
8. Vulcanized Enclosure Gaskets:
- Description: Gaskets vulcanized for enhanced strength and durability.
- Primary Benefit: Ensures long-lasting performance in demanding environments, such as high-pressure applications.
9. Die-Cut Enclosure Gaskets:
- Description: Gaskets precisely cut from sheet materials.
- Primary Benefit: Offers cost-effective solutions with consistent quality and ease of installation.
10. Thermal Interface Enclosure Gaskets:
- Description: Gaskets designed for heat dissipation and thermal management.
- Primary Benefit: Maintains optimal operating temperatures for electronics and prevents overheating.
1. Telecommunications Enclosures:
- Problem: Protecting sensitive electronic equipment from dust, moisture, and EMI.
- Solution: Silicone foam or conductive elastomer enclosure gaskets, critical in telecommunications infrastructure.
2. Aerospace and Avionics Systems:
- Problem: Ensuring air- and space-worthy equipment remains hermetically sealed and EMI-free.
- Solution: Custom-molded or vulcanized enclosure gaskets, vital in aviation and aerospace applications.
3. Automotive Electronics Housings:
- Problem: Preventing moisture ingress and maintaining electronic system integrity in vehicles.
- Solution: Neoprene or conductive elastomer enclosure gaskets, used in automotive control modules and sensors.
4. Medical Device Enclosures:
- Problem: Maintaining sterile environments while sealing medical equipment.
- Solution: Form-in-Place (FIP) or custom-molded enclosure gaskets, essential in medical devices and diagnostic equipment.
5. Military and Defense Systems:
- Problem: Protecting military electronics from extreme conditions, EMI/RFI, and harsh environments.
- Solution: Hybrid or custom-molded enclosure gaskets, critical in defense applications.
6. Industrial Control Cabinets:
- Problem: Shielding industrial automation electronics from dust, chemicals, and mechanical stress.
- Solution: Silicone foam or neoprene enclosure gaskets, widely used in manufacturing plants.
7. Data Centers and Servers:
- Problem: Ensuring reliable operation of data center equipment while managing thermal loads and EMI.
- Solution: Thermal interface or EMI/RFI shielding enclosure gaskets, essential for data center infrastructure.
8. Oil and Gas Instrumentation:
- Problem: Protecting electrical connections from corrosive substances and harsh environments.
- Solution: Neoprene or conductive elastomer enclosure gaskets, used in oil and gas equipment.
9. Electronics in Harsh Environments:
- Problem: Safeguarding electronics in outdoor or marine environments exposed to moisture, salt, and UV radiation.
- Solution: Silicone foam or custom-molded enclosure gaskets, critical in marine electronics and outdoor equipment.
10. High-Power Electronics Cooling:
- Problem: Managing heat in high-power electronic enclosures to prevent overheating.
- Solution: Thermal interface or conductive elastomer enclosure gaskets, essential for power electronics.
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Consideration | Conductive Elastomer | Silicone | Rubber |
EMI/RFI Shielding Performance | Very Good | Good | Moderate |
Environmental Sealing | Very Good | Good | Good |
Electrical Conductivity | Very Good | Poor | Poor |
Compression Set | Good | Very Good | Good |
Temperature Range | Good | Good | Very Good |
Chemical Resistance | Good | Very Good | Good |
Compression Force Control | Good | Good | Good |
Durability | Good | Good | Very Good |
Cost Efficiency | Moderate | Good | Good |
Customization Options | Very Good | Good | Good |