HI-TAK® Polyurethane Conductive Antenna Gaskets
Av-DEC’s pre-cured polyurethane antenna gasket has an aluminum carrier die cut to fit the antenna. It is also designed for use as an environmental sealant. The flexible nature of this system provides for easy access for inspection or repair long after the original application. The system demonstrates excellent cohesion after installation, and provides a high degree of environmental protection, while still allowing for easy removal and antenna bonding.
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Product Specs
| Part Number Series | AGXXXXXX-YY |
| Frame (Mesh) | 5056 Aluminum Alloy for conductive or fiberglass for non conductive |
| Thickness | Standard material before compression 55 mils. Custom thickness available at customers request |
| Shelf Life | Indefinite (in original packaging) |
| Bonding Resistance | Meets or Exceeds: Antenna Manufacturers Requirements, MIL-STD-464, MIL-B-5087B Class “R” and DPS 1.834-25 |
| Solvent Resistance | ASTM D-543 (Water, Polypropylene Glycol/Water Skydrol LD-4, MIL-H-5606, Jet A), and RTCA/DO-160 Section 11, spray test, all fluids. For detailed test data, contact us at info@avdec.com. No Degradation of Physical Properties (both tests) |
| Service Temperature Guide | -65ºC to 135ºC (-85ºF to 275ºF) Continuous |
| Material Safety Data Sheet | Refer to ‘Gasket; Metallic and Non-Metallic Frame’ on the MSDS |
Features & Benefits
Features:
- Antenna to structure sealing over the entire surface area
- Reduction in antenna removal/replace cycle time
- Elimination of antenna perimeter sealants
- Consistent, easy installation
- Polyurethane material
- Excellent material memory & elasticity
Benefits:
- Corrosion prevention, Improved avionics reliability, Antenna repair/scrap cost avoidance, Structure repair cost avoidance, Diversion/cancellation/delay cost avoidance
- Reduction in: return-to-service time, troubleshooting time, labor cost, hanger time & gate delays
- Elimination of cure time and hazardous material
- Die cut gaskets assure proper sealing with 100% gasket to surface contact
- Non-hazardous, No silicone oil residue before, during or after installation or removal, No issues with paint adhesion or prep, No peripheral silicone contamination
- Sealing is maintained during vibration and thermal expansion and contraction
Instructions & Applications
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