Zipper-Mesh™ Datasheet - The Zippertubing Company

13000 S. Broadway
P.O. Box 61129
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(800) 321-8178
(310) 767-1714 FAX
www.zippertubing.com

Zipper-Mesh™
SHX-4 EMI Shield, No Jacket, Zipper Closure
Zipper-Mesh™ cable shielding is a convenient and efficient method of providing EMI/EMP protection to harnesses and wire bundles. It is a highly-flexible shield constructed of 4-ply knitted wire mesh utilizing an internal shield overlap, an integral grounding strap, and a heavy duty zipper closure. The zipper closure mechanism allows installation to be "tool-free", and re-entry to be very simple for cable repair or modification. Zipper-Mesh™ has no external covering allowing for easy ground termination.
Features & Benefits: Easy to install Zipper Closure Excellent Low Frequency EMI Shielding (500 KHz to 1 GHz) High Performance High Flexibility applications Non Flammable Shield Mesh -40 to 135ºC Operating Limit

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Termination & Splicing of Zippertubing Shields

Thickness (inch)	Material Type	Temp Range (°C)	Flame Retard	Break Strength	Ratings	Dielectric (volts/mil)
.030	SHX-4 Shield, Zipper Closure, No Jacket	-40 to 135	Non Flammable (SHX-4 Mesh Only)	N/A	ASTM B-452, Grade 40HS Wire	Conductive, 1.65 ohms/ft

EMI Shields Available	Flexibility	Fluid Resist	Cable Types	Sizes	Colors	Closures Available
SHX-4 (SnCuFe), SHX-4 (S/S)	High	Good	Round, Flat & Rectangular	1/2 & Up Round, 1.0 & Up Flat & Rectangular 1/2 & Up Flat & Rectangular	Bright Metallic	Zipper (Nylon, Brass or Tu-Way)

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Specifications subject to change without notice. All statements and technical information contained herein are based on tests we believe to be reliable, but the accuracy or completeness is not guaranteed under all circumstances. Before using Zippertubing products, the user shall determine suitability for the intended use, and user assumes all responsibility for improper selection. Published attenuation values of Zippertubing shielding have been verified by laboratory testing of the respective shielding materials. Actual installed attenuation values may differ due to installation techniques and final assembly operation parameters, which are beyond the control of the Zippertubing Company. Actual attenuation values can only be determined by the end user testing the completed assembly. U.S. and International Patents and Patents Pending. Copyright 2009 The Zippertubing Company, Los Angeles, California.