Eccosorb LS is the most widely known, used, and recommended polyurethane foam
absorber. Eccosorb LS obtains its microwave properties via impregnation with a carbon black
dispersion and is therefore electrically conductive. It is a very low cost solution for many
applications over the thinner, more expensive rubber absorbers.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
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Flexible, foam material
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High loss, low density
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Very low cost
MARKETS
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Commercial Telecom
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Test Boxes
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Security and Defense
SPECIFICATIONS
TYPICAL PROPERTIES
Max. Service Temperature °C (°F)
Frequency Range
ECCOSORB LS
90 (194)
≥ 1 GHz
Data for design engineer guidance only. Observed performance varies in application.
Engineers are reminded to test the material in application.
Attenuation
(dB/cm)
3 GHz
LS-14
LS-16
LS-18
LS-20
LS-22
LS-24
LS-26
LS-28
LS-30
1.0
1.5
3.2
4.2
7.4
11
16
20
24
10 GHz
1.7
2.3
4.7
7.0
14.9
24
34
40
46
Relative Impedance
(|Z|/Z
0
)
3 GHz
0.83
0.78
0.69
0.61
0.55
0.25
0.18
0.16
0.13
10 GHz
0.89
0.87
0.82
0.78
0.74
0.44
0.31
0.27
0.22
APPLICATIONS
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Eccosorb LS is used to lower cavity Q’s in RF amplifiers, oscillators, cabinets containing
microwave devices, computer housings, LNB’s and isolation of antennas by insertion loss.
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Eccosorb LS is also used to reduce surface currents on radiating elements and outer
ground-plane type surfaces.
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Reflectivity of an object (metal or otherwise) can be reduced somewhat by applying one
or more layers of Eccosorb LS to its surface.
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Eccosorb®LS
AVAILABILITY
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Standard sheets are 610mm x 610mm (24”x24”).
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Standard thicknesses are 3.2 mm (1/8”), 6.4 mm (1/4”), 9.5 mm (3/8”), 12.7 mm (1/2”),
19.1 mm (3/4”).
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All Eccosorb LS types can be delivered in special sizes or customer specified configurations
upon request. This includes die-cut and kiss cut parts to reduce installation labor by
allowing quick assembly.
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Usually Eccosorb LS is supplied with a pressure sensitive adhesive.
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Upon special request, Eccosorb LS can be supplied with an anti-dust coating to prevent
carbon fallout.
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It can also be supplied, upon request, with a coating to prevent moisture uptake in high
humidity to moderately wet environments.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
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For optimal performance, Eccosorb LS should be bonded to a metallic surface.
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To obtain a strong bond, the surface should be thoroughly cleaned with a degreasing
solvent.
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It can be securely bonded to itself or to other materials such as metal, wood and common
plastic composites. Our specific Eccostock® foam adhesive is recommended or the self-
adhesive version can be used.
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The material can be easily cut with a sharp knife, scissors or die.
Approximate Insertion Loss at 3 GHz and 45°
60
dB Insertion Loss
50
40
30
20
10
0
3.2
6.4
9.5
12.7
19.1
LS-30
LS-28
LS-26
LS-24
LS-22
LS-20
LS-18
LS-16
LS-14
Thickness (mm)
RFP-DS-LS 070116
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