What is Fabric Over Foam
GALLOP INNOTEK fabric over foam (FOF) is an industrial product made from conductive fabric and foam. You can use it to prevent electromagnetic waves from crossing and protect the electronic components. Its excellent EMI shielding function is widely used in high-performance shielding situations.
GALLOP INNOTEK’s fabric sponge foam combines soft cushioning with durable fabric covering, ideal for protective padding and structural sealing applications.
Our thermal insulation pads offer excellent heat resistance and stability, providing reliable thermal management for electronic and industrial equipment.
GALLOP INNOTEK’s environmental sealing gaskets deliver dependable protection against dust, moisture, and air leakage for enclosures and devices.
Our vibration dampening pads absorb shock and reduce mechanical noise, improving equipment stability in sensitive electronic and industrial systems.
GALLOP INNOTEK’s orthopedic soft pads provide comfortable, skin-friendly cushioning for medical supports, braces, and wearable healthcare products.
Our insulation blankets offer flexible thermal shielding and environmental protection, suitable for machinery, HVAC systems, and high-temperature environments.
GALLOP INNOTEK’s adhesive foam weather-strip tape ensures strong sealing against drafts, water, and noise for doors, windows, and industrial enclosures.
Our laminated fabric urethane foam combines long-lasting durability with soft cushioning, ideal for protective padding, packaging, and equipment lining.
Types of Fabric Over Foam
The types of fabric over foam are classified by the type of foam. Usually, there are 3 types of foam to choose from.Regardless of the foam type, a metal coating with conductivity is necessary. Typically, the coating on the fabric is a Ni/Cu coating with anti-electrochemical corrosion properties. The Ni/Cu coating strikes a perfect balance between conductivity and wear resistance. It is durable and has a long service life.
Polyurethane Rubber(PU)PU rubber is a commonly used type of foam. It is a polymer material with great flexibility. Also, it has high strength and viscosity. Additionally, PU is both waterproof and wear-resistant. It can be a perfect material to make fabric.
SiliconeSilicone is a synthetic polymer naturally. The chemical performance is stable and exhibits thermal stability. Silicone can withstand extreme weather while staying in a normal working state.
EPDMEPDM is a synthetic rubber composed of ethylene, propylene, and non-conjugated dienes. Due to its unique composition, EPDM exhibits excellent physical and chemical properties. EPDM can resist ozone and high temperatures while keeping a stable state. The outstanding anti-aging ability makes it widely used in many industries.
Application of Fabric Over Foam
GALLOP INNOTEK fabric over foam can be used in many equipment to help them work stably. Such as the tactical communication systems that require a fabric over foam to reduce electromagnetic noise. While the fabric over foam in drones can help decrease weight, thus extending flight time.
GALLOP INNOTEK fabric over foam can play a big role in the computer field. Many computer equipment need fabric over foam to fix the shim. Rectangular fabric over foam can provide a sealing function to electronic panels or the lid. Additionally, laptop computers require a fabric cover over foam to prevent the signal from being disrupted.
GALLOP INNOTEK fabric over foam can be used in household appliances, like the edges of refrigerators and washing machines. It can prevent leakage and improve insulation. Moreover, fabric over foam can be used in the touch switches for home appliances, which tends to play an electrode function to connect the display panel and PCB.
GALLOP INNOTEK fabric over foam is mainly used in automotive parts such as sealing doors, windows, and boot lids. Round-shaped fabric over foam can be used to assemble sealed headlights, taillights, and other round auto parts. They can help the auto part work solidly and reduce vibration.
Benefits of Fabric Over Foam
Conductivity
Obviously, the biggest benefit of GALLOP INNOTEK fabric over foam is the conductivity. The surface resistivity of the fabric over the foam is less than 0.07 Ω, resulting in very little resistance to prevent current from passing. The EMI shielding effectiveness is excellent (≥80dB, 30MHz~18GHz). The outstanding EMI shielding ability prevents electromagnetic waves from easily crossing. Additionally, it serves a grounding function as well.
Antioxidant and Anti-corrosion
The next benefit is the good antioxidant ability. It can also achieve corrosion protection. Normal water, moisture, and chemical solvents can not damage the fabric over foam because of the metal coating. GALLOP INNOTEK fabric over foam has passed the salt spray test and met the ASTM B117 standard.
Wear-resistant
The conductive fabric material is usually silicone rubber and features a specific metal coating with EMI shielding performance. This kind of fabric is very abrasive and shear resistant. GALLOP INNOTEK fabric over foam can be cycled over 10,000 times, while the electrical performance remains intact. If your electric devices need wear resistance, then this type of conductive fabric over foam is suitable.
Low Cost
The low cost is also an important benefit of GALLOP INNOTEK fabric over foam. Because the raw materials are readily available and the product process is straightforward. So it can be an ideal shielding material to protect electronic components. If you have a limited budget with conductive shielding material, maybe fabric over foam is a good choice.
Easy Installation
The installation of GALLOP INNOTEK fabric over foam is very easy, and there are many choices to choose from. There are also snap-on and edge mount choices to choose from. The most convenient way is to choose a self-adhesive backing type or use double-sided tape, which can be laminated by your staff. Whatever installation method you choose, it can all save your labor costs.
Eco-friendly
The GALLOP INNOTEK fabric over foam is environmentally friendly. It has reached the needed environmental standards. It complies with ROHS 2.0 and REACH, two EU standards governing hazardous substances.
At the same time, fabric over foam is halogen-free. The chlorine ≤ 900ppm and bromine ≤ 900ppm, while chlorine + bromine ≤ 1500ppm. This means the elements are very safe, without any harmful halogen elements.
Flame Retardant
The fabric is flame-retardant and reaches a UL94-V0 degree. Which represents the fabric over foam can avoid the occurrence of fire accidents.
Design Diversity
The sizes and shapes of fabric over foam are various. It is easy to die-cut or scissors-cut into different lengths and shapes. Additionally, regular models, such as rectangles, D, C, P, T, knife, or bell shapes, can be easily produced.
