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title: Whitepaper on Electromagnetic Interference & Radio Frequency Interference | iCONN Systems
description: Learn about maintaining electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI) shielding in electrical connectors and how iCONN can help shield your cables and connectors.
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# MAINTAINING EMI/RFI SHIELDING IN ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS WHITEPAPER
Cables and connectors must be shielded to manage electromagnetic interference and radio frequency interference (EMI/RFI).
### iCONN’s whitepaper details how to properly shield cables and connectors and the most successful methods, including:
- Drain wire connected to a contact within the connector
- Conductive shrink tube applied to a sleeve
- Shielding sleeve with a soldered drain wire
- ...And more
[Download the Whitepaper](https://www.iconnsystems.com/hubfs/_CONTENT-RESOURCES/PDFs/Maintaining-EMI-RFI-Shielding-in-Electrical-Connectors-White-Paper.pdf)
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iCONN Systems provides custom-designed, application-specific connectors and cable assemblies. We understand that off-the-shelf products can limit your designs, and that not all applications are the same.
Then let iCONN walk you through the process to develop the product that fits your budget and application. Fill out the form to the right to request a consultation today.
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### What can we help you with?
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