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    copper shielding tape

    Hi DB,

    Just a quick question :

    Is the glue on your copper shielding tape conductive as well as the copper side? I mean, can I overlap them or I have to use the soldering iron?

    Thanks!

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    don't think the glue is conductive...
    you can put a sharp fold along one edge so two conductive sides touch, or like you suggest, a dab of solder at the join

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    It is conductive.
    However, I still put a spot of solder on the joins only because I am pedantic like that

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    Good to know thanks DB

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    Always test your earth joins and shielding with a multimeter or continuity tester once its all wired up, just to make sure. The glue is supposed to be conductive, but if you want to add a safety margin, just do as DB does
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    Ok, I will rest everything with a continuity tester. Thanks guys!

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