How does knitted mesh shield against EMI?
The conductive wire loops form a continuous electrical path across the gap. When compressed between metal surfaces, the mesh closes seams that would otherwise leak interference.
EMI / RFI Shielding Knitted Mesh Tape
Knitted mesh EMI tape is a flexible, conductive strip of knitted wire that blocks electromagnetic and radio-frequency interference at cable joints, enclosure seams and doors. SMI makes it in tinned copper, monel and stainless steel, in standard and custom widths.
Which material should I choose?
- Tinned copper / tinned copper-clad steel: good conductivity, general electronics.
- Monel: good corrosion resistance for outdoor and marine conditions.
- Stainless steel: strength and corrosion resistance where conductivity needs are lower.
What we need to quote
- Width and profile (flat, round, with core)
- Material
- Length or quantity
EMI / RFI Shielding Knitted Mesh Tape — common questions
Need a custom mesh spec or a bulk quote?
Talk to our team in Pretoria. We manufacture to drawing in stainless steel, copper, aluminium, nickel, monel, Teflon and galvanised steel.