EMC springs, or fingerstocks, are used in enclosures, shielded housings, and on printed circuit boards as ESD contacts and EMI gaskets. For edge mounting, it is essential to consider clip size, mounting retention, deflection parameters, and finger configuration.
Leader Tech now introduces the Reverse Bend fingerstock gasket, an advanced development of the traditional EMC spring. The unique design incorporates a “reverse bend” in the contact fingers, improving performance in specific applications by deflecting in the opposite direction compared to conventional configurations.
The enhanced compression range makes the Reverse Bend types suitable for a variety of gap sizes, maintaining stable contact pressure even under mechanical stress. The distinctive shape also ensures long-term contact reliability, even under thermal cycling or other environmental influences.
Another practical benefit is the reduced installation force: the Reverse Bend applies less stress to sensitive components, lowers the risk of damage, and simplifies assembly in compact electronic designs.
Typical applications include:
- Aerospace & Defense – where vibration resistance and long-term reliability are critical.
- Medical Electronics – sensitive equipment that must operate consistently and without interference.
With this new design, Leader Tech demonstrates how seemingly small details can contribute to solving complex EMI challenges, with a focus on reliability, durability, and ease of installation.
