As complexity and functionality increases, there is
a growing need for thinner devices with multiple
antennas, higher data rates and increased operating
frequencies. EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) shields
from TE Connectivity (TE) are stamped one and two-
piece metal cages that help provide isolation of board
level components, minimize crosstalk and reduce EMI
susceptibility without impacting system speed.
DATA AND DEVICES /// STANDARD AND CUSTOM BOARD LEVEL SHIELDING
ON DEMAND OR AT YOUR COMMAND
Whether you need a custom design or an o-the-shelf solution that is immediately available, we’ve
got you covered. Our new standard BLS portfolio is available in both industry-standard cold rolled
steel (CRS) and aluminum material. Aluminum oers enhanced benefits which include:
TE CONNECTIVITY BLS ADVANTAGE
• NEW standard portfolio on-demand in CRS and aluminum material
• Proven designed-in features
• Core competencies of stamping, plating and automation for more than 50 years
• Rapid turn tooling/prototyping within each region (3-5 day)
• Streamlined, automated and continuous production line
• Local FAE support
• Complex custom high volume support
• In house EMI expertise
• One of the largest suppliers of connectivity solutions addressing a range of industries
• Global scale and low cost manufacturing
• Broad portfolio enables vendor reduction for your project
DESIGN DIMENSIONS *
• Minimum size: 5mm(L) x 5mm(W) x 0.80mm(H)
• Maximum size: 100mm(L) x 100mm(W) x 5mm(H)
PACKAGING
• Tape & reel
• Vacuum formed tray
* Contact TE for other size requirements.
Improved Thermal Conductivity
– Aluminum can provide up to 5 times better
thermal conductivity than CRS
Weight Savings
– Aluminum is 1/3 the density of CRS material
while still oering similar EMI suppression
APPLICATIONS:
Anywhere board level EMI suppression is needed, including:
• Mobile phones & Tablets
• 2-in-1 notebooks
• Game consoles
• Routers (commercial & enterprise)
• Point of Sale (POS) equipment
• Wireless meters
• Wireless speakers
• Wearables & IoT
• Drones
• Virtual Reality (VR) headsets
• Femto cell
• Servers
Standard and Custom Board Level Shielding
DATA AND DEVICES /// STANDARD AND CUSTOM BOARD LEVEL SHIELDING
CUSTOMIZED SOLUTIONS
SHARED FEATURES OF TWO PIECE AND ONE PIECE SHIELDS
Basic shapes have been defined to enable 24-hour generation of 2D and 3D drawings, as well as
ecient, rapid prototyping within 72 hours.
• 2 Piece solution, (min 0.90mm height)
• 1 Piece solution, (min 0.50mm height)
• Common materials and thicknesses
• Use of common, proven design features
ONE PIECE PRODUCT FEATURES:
One Piece: Formed
• Pitch of solder barriers: 3.0mm min
• Material: Nickel silver, galvanized & pre-plated CRS *
• Material thickness: 0.10mm min
• Inner bending radius: 0.10mm min
• Co-planarity: 0.08mm, size dependent
• Height: min 0.50mm
o locking holes
o SMT (castellations)
o thru holes
o corner shape
o bending radii
o pins/tab
o carrier attachment
o pick and place features
Rectangle Pentagon L-Shape
Pick and place
One Piece: Deep Drawn
• Material: Nickel silver, galvanized steel *
• Material thickness: 0.15mm min
• Co-planarity: 0.1mm, size dependent
• Height: max 3.00mm
* Other material may be available, please consult with your TE representative.
SMT castellations
Locking holes
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DATA AND DEVICES /// STANDARD AND CUSTOM BOARD LEVEL SHIELDING
STANDARD BLS OFFERING
ONE PIECE SHIELDS PACKAGING
CRS Aluminum Thickness (mm) Size (L x W x H) (mm) Diameter (mm) Pcs/Reel Pcs/Box
2118706-2 2118706-4 0.20 13.66 x 12.70 x 2.54 330 900 3600
2118707-2 2118707-4 0.20 16.50 x 16.50 x 3.60 330 550 1650
2118708-2 2118708-4 0.20 26.21 x 26.21 x 5.08 380 280 840
2118709-2 2118709-4 0.20 32.00 x 32.00 x 6.00 380 166 498
2118710-2 2118710-4 0.20 38.10 x 25.40 x 6.00 380 216 648
2118711-2 2118711-4 0.20 36.83 x 33.68 x 5.08 380 186 558
2118712-2 2118712-4 0.20 44.37 x 44.37 x 9.75 380 90 180
One Piece Shields Two Piece Shields
TWO PIECE SHIELDS - COVER PACKAGING
CRS Aluminum Thickness (mm) Size (L x W X H) (mm) Type Pcs/Box
2118713-2 2118713-4 0.15 14.06 x 13.10 x 2.00 Bulk/Bag 3000
2118715-2 2118715-4 0.15 16.90 x 16.90 x 2.00 Bulk/Bag 3000
2118717-2 2118717-4 0.15 26.71 x 26.71 x 2.00 Bulk/Bag 3000
2118719-2 2118719-4 0.15 32.50 x 32.50 x 2.00 Bulk/Bag 3000
2118721-2 2118721-4 0.15 38.60 x 25.90 x 2.00 Bulk/Bag 3000
2118723-2 2118723-4 0.15 37.33 x 34.18 x 2.00 Bulk/Bag 1800
2118725-2 2118725-4 0.20 44.97 x 44.97 x 2.00 Bulk/Bag 1800
2118727-2 2118727-4 0.20 29.96 x 19.10 x 2.00 Bulk/Bag 3000
2118729-2 2118729-4 0.20 44.60 x 31.10 x 2.00 Bulk/Bag 1800
2118731-2 2118731-4 0.15 51.30 x 38.60 x 2.00 Bulk/Bag 1200
TWO PIECE SHIELDS - FRAME PACKAGING
CRS Thickness (mm) Size (L x W x H) (mm) Diameter (mm) Pcs/Reel Pcs/Box
2118714-2 0.20 13.66 x 12.70 x 2.54 330 900 3600
2118716-2 0.20 16.50 x 16.50 x 3.60 330 550 1650
2118718-2 0.20 26.21 x 26.21 x 5.08 380 280 840
2118720-2 0.20 32.00 x 32.00 x 6.00 380 166 498
2118722-2 0.20 38.10 x 25.40 x 6.00 380 216 648
2118724-2 0.20 36.83 x 33.68 x 5.08 380 186 558
2118726-2 0.20 44.37 x 44.37 x 9.75 380 90 180
2118728-2 0.20 29.36 x 18.50 x 7.00 380 280 840
2118730-2 0.20 44.00 x 30.50 x 3.00 380 340 1020
2118732-2 0.20 50.80x 38.10 x 5.08 380 170 340
Standard and Custom Board Level Shielding
DATA AND DEVICES /// STANDARD AND CUSTOM BOARD LEVEL SHIELDING
Desired material, plating and thickness:
Drawings needed:
3D model
2D print
Both
Co-planarity requirement:
Frequency to be shielded:
Engineering Point of Contact:
Name:
Email:
PRODUCT TYPE: TWO PIECE
Frame Component
• Pitch of castellation: 3mm min
• Pitch of locking holes: 3mm min
• Material: Nickel silver, galvanized & pre-plated CRS *
• Material thickness: 0.10mm min
• Inner bending radius: 0.10mm min
• Co-planarity: 0.08mm, size dependent
Cover Component
• Pitch of dimples: 3mm min
• Material: Stainless steel, galvanized steel, pre-plated CRS & aluminum
• Material thickness: 0.08mm min
• Inner bending radius: 0.10mm min
* Other material may be available, please consult with your TE representative.
CUSTOM BLS DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS
We o er a wide array of customized solutions for various applications, so we have created this form to help you
gather the requirements we need to better understand your customized project(s).
Prototype schedule and quantity:
Mass production schedule and projected quantity:
Program Life:
Size requirements:
Length:
Width:
Height:
Access needed beneath shield? Yes No
3D model
3D model
2D print
2D print
Both
Both
Access needed beneath shield? Yes No
Access needed beneath shield? Yes No
Access needed beneath shield? Yes No
Access needed beneath shield? Yes No
Standard and Custom Board Level Shielding
DATA AND DEVICES /// STANDARD AND CUSTOM BOARD LEVEL SHIELDING
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