Description
The TC-5952C Pneumatic RF Shield Box provides fast and reliable RF isolation for automated wireless device testing. Engineers use this enclosure to create a controlled RF environment that blocks outside signal interference. This design allows accurate testing of Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, cellular, and IoT devices in both development and production environments.
The pneumatic lid system enables quick opening and closing during automated test cycles. As a result, test systems can run faster while maintaining consistent RF shielding performance. Engineers can test antennas, wireless modules, and small RF devices without interference from nearby signals.
Fast Automated RF Testing
High-volume testing environments require speed and consistency. The TC-5952C Pneumatic RF Shield Box supports automated testing systems that perform repeated RF measurements.
The pneumatic mechanism allows the enclosure lid to open and close automatically. Consequently, engineers can move devices in and out of the chamber quickly during testing cycles. This feature improves productivity while maintaining reliable RF isolation.
Because the test chamber blocks outside signals, engineers can measure wireless performance with greater accuracy.
Designed for Engineering Labs and Production
The TC-5952C Pneumatic RF Shield Box uses durable shielding materials designed for long-term performance. Its compact design allows easy installation on benchtop stations or automated test fixtures.
Additionally, the enclosure supports efficient workflows in engineering labs, manufacturing lines, and quality assurance environments. Engineers can quickly load devices into the chamber and begin testing without delays.
Typical Wireless Testing Applications
RF shield enclosures support many wireless development and manufacturing processes. The TC-5952C Pneumatic RF Shield Box helps engineers test a wide range of wireless technologies.
Common applications include:
• Bluetooth device testing
• Wi-Fi module validation
• Cellular device development
• IoT device testing
• RF module production testing
Because the enclosure isolates the device from surrounding RF signals, engineers can perform repeatable and reliable wireless measurements.
Explore Additional RF Shielding Solutions
CTS offers a wide range of RF shield enclosures designed for wireless device testing. Visit our RF Shield Box product category to explore additional manual and pneumatic shield box solutions.
For more technical information about RF shielding and electromagnetic compatibility, visit the IEEE Electromagnetic Compatibility Society.
Typical RF Shielding
Typical RF Shielding
The shield effectiveness below is measured when the blank panel is mounted; other I/O interface panel results a different shielding effectiveness of the shield box.
- 100 to 2000 MHz > 70 dB
- 2000 to 3000 MHz > 70 dB
- 3000 to 6000 MHz > 60 dB
Custom Configurations
TC Manual RF Shield Box Custom I/O Interface Panel
Customized I/O Interface panels are available. Please contact the CTS sales team for more information
| I/O Interface | Order Number | Typical Data Rate/Line Voltage | Typical Shielding* |
 DB37, 1000pF pi Filter | 3409-0012-1 | 3 Mbps / 100 VDC,
5 Amps max | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>80 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
 DB25, 1000pF pi Filter | 3409-0009-1 | 3 Mbps / 100 VDC,
5 Amps max | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>80 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
 DB25, 100pF pi Filter | 3409-0014-1 | 10 Mbps / 100 VDC,
5 Amps max | >50 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>60 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>60 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
 DB9, 1000pF pi Filter | 3409-0008-1 | 3 Mbps / 100 VDC,
5 Amps max | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>80 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
 DB9, 100pF pi Filter | 3409-0010-1 | 10 Mbps / 100 VDC,
5 Amps max | >50 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>60 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>60 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
 USB 2.0 Filter | 3409-0018A-3 | 480 Mbps / 5 V, 500 mA /
Max Current: 5A | >60 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>70 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
 USB 3.0 Filter(Active) | 3409-0042A-1 | 5000 Mbps / 5 V, 900 mA /
Max Current: 1.5 A | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>70 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>55 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
 RJ-45 Filter | 3409-0022A | 1 Gbit/s Copper-Line
Ethernet (1000 BASE-T) | >60 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>70 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
 DC Power Adaptor | 3406-0004A | 50 VDC,
3 Amps max | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>80 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>80 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
 DC Power Adaptor,
Banana Jack Type | 3406-0005A
3406-0006A | 50 VDC,
10 Amps max | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>80 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>80 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
 AC Power Adaptor | 3103-0009A | 250 VAC,
7 Amps max | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>80 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>80 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
 RF, N-SMA Connector | 3408-0038 | | >60 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>70 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
 RF, SMA-SMA Connector | 3408-0039 | | >60 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>70 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
*SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
- Each shielding effectiveness is measured when each I/O interface panel, which is shown above, is mounted.
- Above data was measured by Tescom, The Shielding Effectiveness might be different based on the measuring method and condition.
- This data has been measured under the condition that the cables are not connected to each filters. When the cables are connected it can affect the shielding performance.