Resin Designs Gel Rope Gaskets vs. GelTek: Choosing the Right EMI Solution with KraFAB
Resin Designs Gel Rope Gaskets vs. GelTek: Choosing the Right EMI Solution with KraFAB
When it comes to EMI shielding and environmental sealing, Resin Designs’ Gel Rope Gaskets and GelTek materials both stand out as high-performance, silicone gel-based solutions. Each offers distinct advantages based on the specific application, and KraFAB proudly supplies both technologies to support a wide range of project requirements across aerospace, telecom, automotive, and defense industries.
Construction & Format
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Gel Rope Gaskets feature a circular-knit Monel wire impregnated with pre-cured silicone gel, engineered for tongue-and-groove applications.
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GelTek products come as tacky strips, flat, conductive grounding gaskets, or grommets, incorporating a Monel matrix ideal for sealing around connectors and irregular surfaces.
⚙️ Performance Comparison
Application Scenarios
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Choose Gel Rope for rugged housing seals that demand compression fit, high EMI shielding, and mechanical sealing under pressure.
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Choose GelTek when sealing around connectors, ports, or uneven surfaces where quick, tacky installation and re-entry access are priorities.
✅ Why Choose KraFAB?
As a trusted distributor of both Resin Designs and other leading EMI shielding technologies, KraFAB offers expert guidance and product access to match your design requirements. Whether you need high-pressure shielding gaskets or versatile, re-enterable gel strips, KraFAB.com can support your project with:
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Customized sizing and formats
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Application engineering support
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Competitive lead times and delivery
Still unsure which is best for you?
Whatever you choose, KraFAB.com can serve your project’s needs. Contact us today to consult with our experts and ensure your EMI, environmental, and sealing challenges are met with proven solutions.