Reference · Secure facilities & shielding
RF shielding
Radio-frequency shielding
RF shielding attenuates radio-frequency energy passing into or out of a space, using conductive barriers built as a continuous enclosure. In secure facilities it prevents electronic eavesdropping; in MRI and test environments it keeps outside RF from degrading performance.
What it is
A conductive enclosure — a Faraday cage — that reflects and absorbs RF energy so very little crosses the boundary. Performance is specified as shielding effectiveness (in decibels) across a frequency range, and every penetration (doors, vents, cabling) must be treated to preserve it.
Why it exists
Two opposite jobs: keep sensitive signals in (so they can't be intercepted) and keep interfering signals out (so measurements or imaging stay clean).
Who it applies to
Secure-facility contractors building SCIFs and TEMPEST spaces, and medical/industrial contractors building MRI suites, test chambers, and shielded enclosures.
Frequently asked
What is the difference between RF shielding and EMI shielding?
They overlap: RF shielding specifically attenuates radio-frequency energy, while EMI shielding is the broader practice of blocking electromagnetic interference across a wider spectrum. An RF-shielded room is one common form of EMI shielding.
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