A-10 PS Aluminum Foil / Polyester Film EMI-RFI Shielding Tape
A-10 PS is an aluminum foil and polyester film laminate tape engineered for EMI and RFI shielding, combining a 0.00035″ aluminum foil with a 0.0015″ acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive in a 0.0025″ +/- 10% total construction. It delivers signal attenuation of 95 dB @ 100 MHz, a peel strength of 32 oz./inch of width, and a dielectric strength of 3,900 volts. The tape is supplied with a 90 lb. release liner for clean application and die-cutting.
Key Properties
- Peel Strength: 32 oz./inch of width (ASTM-D-1000)
- Signal Attenuation: 95 dB @ 100 MHz (ASTM D4935-99)
- Tensile Strength: 12,000 p.s.i. (ASTM-D-882)
- Dielectric Strength: 3,900 volts (ASTM D149)
- Total Thickness: 0.0025″ +/- 10% (ASTM-D-3652)
- Elongation at Break: 70% (ASTM-D-882)
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Physical Properties
| Property | Value | Test Method |
| Aluminum Foil Thickness | 0.00035″ | — |
| Polyester Film Thickness | 0.00048″ | — |
| Adhesive Thickness | 0.0015″ | — |
| Release Liner | 90 lb. | — |
| Total Thickness | 0.0025″ +/- 10% | ASTM-D-3652 |
| Color | Silver | — |
| Shelf Life | 1 year @ 70°F(21°C)/50% R.H. | — |
Mechanical Properties
| Property | Value | Test Method |
| Peel Strength | 32 oz./inch of width | ASTM-D-1000 |
| Tensile Strength | 12,000 p.s.i. | ASTM-D-882 |
| Elongation at Break | 70% | ASTM-D-882 |
Electrical Properties
| Property | Value | Test Method |
| Signal Attenuation | 95 dB @ 100 MHz | ASTM D4935-99 |
| Dielectric Strength | 3,900 volts | ASTM D149 |
Compliance
- FCC Regulations, Docket Number 20780, Volume II, Part 15, Subpart 5 — Compliant
- EMI/RFI shielding for electronic enclosures
- Cable and connector shielding
- Grounding and static drain applications
- Shielding for PCB and component assemblies
- Electronics equipment shielding in aerospace and industrial systems
Common industries: Electronics manufacturing, aerospace, industrial equipment, telecommunications.
A-10 PS is a pressure-sensitive tape constructed from a thin aluminum foil laminated to a polyester film carrier and coated with an acrylic adhesive system, built to a total thickness of 0.0025″ +/- 10%. This laminate construction is designed to shield electronic enclosures, cables, connectors, and PCB assemblies from electromagnetic and radio-frequency interference while providing a durable, easy-to-handle bonding surface.
The combination of foil conductivity and film backing gives the tape the mechanical integrity needed to survive die-cutting and application onto irregular or high-density electronic assemblies.
The tape is finished in a silver color consistent with its aluminum foil face and is protected during storage and converting by a 90 lb. release liner that supports clean unwind and precision die-cutting. Under recommended storage conditions of 70°F (21°C) and 50% relative humidity, the material carries a one-year shelf life. Compliant with FCC Regulations, Docket Number 20780, Volume II, Part 15, Subpart 5.
What differentiates A-10 PS from other tape grades in the line?
A-10 PS occupies the thin end of the A-Series line at 0.0025" total thickness, pairing a 32 oz./inch peel strength with 95 dB signal attenuation @ 100 MHz and a 3,900-volt dielectric rating. Compared to heavier-gauge grades such as A-35 PS or A-55 PS, A-10 PS trades higher dielectric strength and tensile performance for a thinner, lighter-weight construction suited to space-constrained shielding applications.
Why is peel adhesion important for A-10 PS?
Peel adhesion determines how reliably A-10 PS bonds to and remains anchored on the enclosure, cable, or component surface it is applied to during installation. With a peel strength of 32 oz./inch of width, the tape resists lifting, edge peel-back, and adhesive failure during handling and long-term service — properties that are critical to maintaining a continuous, effective EMI/RFI shielding path over the life of the application.
What is the storage range for A-10 PS?
The TDS specifies a shelf life of 1 year when stored at 70°F (21°C) and 50% relative humidity; no separate operating temperature range is stated on the manufacturer's TDS.
Is A-10 PS suitable for FCC-regulated EMI/RFI shielding environments?
Yes. A-10 PS is manufactured in compliance with FCC Regulations, Docket Number 20780, Volume II, Part 15, Subpart 5, as stated on the manufacturer's TDS.
How should A-10 PS be specified?
Specify grade (A-10 PS), thickness, color, adhesive type, liner type, compliance requirements, dimensional tolerances, and finished format.
