MSG-6060 RF Absorbing/Shielding Sheet - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MSG-6060 is an RF EMI absorbing and shielding sheet manufactured by 3M, designed for electromagnetic interference mitigation applications. This product is currently classified as obsolete, making identification of suitable substitute components essential for ongoing system support and new design implementations. The MSG-6060 features a copper foil construction with single-sided conductive adhesive, providing RF absorption and shielding capabilities in a rectangular sheet format with dimensions of 32.810 feet (10.00 meters) length by 15.158 inches (385.00 millimeters) width and 0.024 inches (0.60 millimeters) thickness.

Substiute Parts

MSG-6060

3MIn Stock: 1077MSG-6060 Datasheet

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MSG6060F

3MIn Stock: 1025MSG6060F Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the MSG-6060 is determined by the following critical parameters that must remain consistent across equivalent components:

• Physical Dimensions: Length of 32.810 feet (10.00 meters), width of 15.158 inches (385.00 millimeters), and thickness of 0.024 inches (0.60 millimeters) are mandatory for mechanical fit and functional performance.
• Product Type: Absorbing/Shielding Sheet classification ensures functional equivalence in RF EMI mitigation applications.
• Conductive Properties: Adhesive must provide conductive characteristics to maintain electrical performance requirements.
• Manufacturer Continuity: 3M MSG series components ensure design compatibility and performance consistency.

The MSG6060F qualifies as a direct substitute based on matching all critical dimensional parameters and maintaining conductive adhesive functionality within the 3M MSG product family.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The MSG6060F represents the active production equivalent for the obsolete MSG-6060. Selection of MSG6060F is supported by the following engineering considerations:

• Product Status Alignment: MSG6060F maintains active product status, ensuring continued availability, manufacturing support, and supply chain reliability compared to the obsolete MSG-6060.
• Dimensional Compatibility: Both components share identical physical dimensions (32.810 feet × 15.158 inches × 0.024 inches), enabling direct mechanical substitution in existing designs.
• Regulatory Compliance: Both components carry identical ECCN classification (EAR99), maintaining export control compliance requirements.
• Conductive Functionality: Both components provide conductive adhesive properties required for RF EMI shielding and absorption applications, with MSG6060F utilizing pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) technology for enhanced application flexibility.
• Material Evolution: MSG6060F employs Nickel-Copper fabric construction compared to the copper foil of MSG-6060, representing material advancement within the 3M MSG product family while maintaining functional equivalence.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can MSG6060F be used as a direct replacement for MSG-6060 in existing applications?

A: Yes. MSG6060F qualifies as a direct substitute based on matching critical parameters: identical dimensions (32.810 feet × 15.158 inches × 0.024 inches), equivalent product type (Absorbing/Shielding Sheet), conductive adhesive functionality, and identical ECCN classification. The material composition change from copper foil to Nickel-Copper fabric and adhesive formulation change to pressure-sensitive acrylic represent product improvements within the active MSG6000F series.

Q: What are the key differences between MSG-6060 and MSG6060F?

A: The primary differences are: (1) Product Status—MSG-6060 is obsolete while MSG6060F is active; (2) Material—MSG-6060 uses copper foil while MSG6060F uses Nickel-Copper fabric; (3) Adhesive Formulation—MSG-6060 features single-sided conductive adhesive while MSG6060F uses acrylic-based pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) with conductive properties; (4) HTSUS Classification—MSG-6060 is classified as 8546.90.0000 while MSG6060F is classified as 7410.21.3060. All other critical parameters remain identical.

Q: Are there any compliance or certification differences between these components?

A: Both components share identical ECCN classification (EAR99). MSG6060F includes RoHS Compliance certification, which is not specified for the obsolete MSG-6060. Both components carry identical Moisture Sensitivity Level classification (Not Applicable).

Q: What packaging format is available for MSG6060F?

A: MSG6060F is supplied in Box packaging, compared to the dash (-) packaging designation for MSG-6060.