Computer, Datacom, and AI
Empowering the Computer & Datacom Industry with 3M Solutions
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the computer and datacom industry serves as the backbone of our connected world. From hyperscale data centers and cloud computing to enterprise networks and telecommunications infrastructure, these systems power the technologies that drive modern life. As digital demand continues to surge—fueled by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), 5G, and edge computing—the need for faster data transmission, enhanced thermal performance, and robust electromagnetic protection has never been greater. 3M is at the forefront of addressing these challenges, offering a comprehensive range of innovative solutions designed to empower the industry from chip to switch. Our cutting-edge materials and engineered solutions ensure that design engineers and IT professionals can meet the demands of tomorrow’s digital infrastructure with confidence and reliability.
- AI & HPC: Advanced EMI shielding solutions for AI accelerators/clusters and Twin axial cable assemblies for high-speed interconnect.
- Computer Hardware: EMI shielding solutions for motherboards and processors and Twin axial cable assemblies for high-speed interconnect.
- Datacom & Networking: Twin axial cable assemblies for servers and switches.
- Data Center Infrastructure: Twin axial cable assemblies for efficient cable management and help improve thermal management for optimized airflow. Electrically conductive gaskets are an essential component for grounding as they help ensure reliable electrical connections and maintain electromagnetic compatibility
- High-speed data transmission
- Space constraints
- Cable management
- Electromagnetic interference
- Thermal management
- Reliability and uptime
- Energy efficiency
- 3M™ Twin Axial Internal High-Speed Cable Assemblies: Supports PCIe & SAS standards, offering flexible routing & improved thermal management.
- 3M™ TwinAx Direct Attached Copper Cable Assemblies: Provides high-speed interconnects, supporting speeds from 10 Gbps to 800 Gbps.
- 3M™ EMI Absorbers: Reduces EMI noise and improves signal integrity across a broad frequency range.
- 3M™ Electrically Conductive Gaskets: Offer high-performance grounding, gap filling & compressibility for electronic devices and assemblies.
- 3M™ ISOLOSS LS Polyurethane Foam
- High Speed Cable Assembly Brochure
Featured Product Solutions
Available in a range of thicknesses and performance characteristics, 3M™ EMI/RF absorbers allow you to suppress noise and protect nearby electronics, all at the targeted permeability and magnetic loss level for your target frequencies. You can minimize noise and crosstalk, increase high-frequency SNR and improve signal integrity and reliability at frequencies up to 18 GHz.
Features & Benefits:
- Broad absorption from 200 MHz to 18 GHz
- High permeability and magnetic loss for superior EMI suppression
- Options for magnetic shielding (low-frequency fields)
- Available with or without adhesive for flexible application
- High-temperature resistance (up to 150°C on select series)
- Long shelf life (up to 24 months)
- Multiple thicknesses and formats (sheets or rolls)
- Flexible and conformable for complex assemblies
- RoHS and Halogen-Free compliant
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PRODUCTS INCLUDE:
3M™ EMI Absorber AB7000 Series
- High permeability
- Targeting frequency ranges from 300 MHz to 4 GHz
- Enhanced version of 3M™ AB7000HF Series and broader temperature performance than AB70000HF series (-25 – 105°C)
- Data Sheet
3M™ EMI Absorber AB8000 Series
- High-performance resin system for solder reflow stability
- Higher temperature resistance (150°C) vs other 3M absorbers
- Absorbing performance from 300 MHz to 4 GHz
- Data Sheet
3M™ Flux Field Directional Material EM25TP
- High permeability for magnetic shielding from <100 kHz to 3 MHz
- Excellent absorbing performance from 200 MHz to 4 GHz
- High DC resistivity
- Data Sheet
3M™ EMI Shielding Absorber AB6000HF/SHF Series
- Placed on noise source, absorption targeted for 1-3 GHz range
- Additional aluminum layer provides excellent shielding effectiveness up to 18 GHz
- Broad temperature performance -30C – 105°C
- Data Sheet
3M™ Electrically Conductive Tapes offer high-performance EMI shielding, grounding, and bonding with XYZ-axis conductivity for electronic devices and assemblies. 3M’s EMI/RFI management solutions are known for helping boost signal-to-noise ratios in industrial electronics, improving antenna signal integrity, and even grounding displays for connected and smart products.
Features & Benefits:
- XYZ-axis electrical conductivity
- High EMI shielding in bond line gaps
- Excellent adhesion, including to low surface energy substrates
- Low electrical resistance for signal integrity
- Thin, flexible, and conformable for tight spaces
- PIM mitigation for better RF performance
- Long shelf life (up to 4 years)
- High thermal stability (up to 105°C)
- RoHS and Halogen-Free compliant
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PRODUCTS INLCUDE:
3M™ Electrically Conductive Single-Sided Tape 5113SFT
- XYZ-axis conductivity through the adhesive
- Excellent EMI shielding effectiveness
- Reliable grounding with small contact areas for microelectronics and long-term performance at high temperatures (105°C)
- Data Sheet
3M™ Electrically Conductive Single-Sided Tape 1050TC Series
- XYZ-axis electrically conductive PSA
- Low electrical resistance
- High shielding performance and great passive intermodulation (PIM) performance
- Data Sheet
3M™ Electrically Conductive Single-Sided Tape 1020BC Series
- XYZ-axis electrically conductive PSA
- Similar to 3M™ Electrically Conductive Single-Sided Tape 1050TC Series, but with a Black Conductive coating
- Data Sheet
3M™ Electrically Conductive Double-Sided Tape 5113DFT
- XYZ-axis conductivity through the adhesive
- Excellent EMI shielding in bond line gap
- Excellent grounding with small contact areas for microelectronics and long-term performance at high temperatures (105°C)
- Data Sheet
3M™ Electrically Conductive Double-Sided Tape 9772 Series
- XYZ-axis conductivity through the adhesive
- Copper carrier provides excellent XY-axis electrical resistance
- Good passive intermodulation (PIM) performance
- Data Sheet
3M™ Electrically Conductive Adhesive Transfer Tape 9703
- Anisotropic Z-axis electrical conductivity
- Low-outgassing acrylic adhesive passes ASTM E595
- Silver conductive particles provide very low contact resistance
- Data Sheet
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Resources:
Electrically Conductive Tapes 5113 Series Flyer Electrically Conductive Tapes Selection Guide
Block the shock. Secure the seal.
High-performance applications call for durable, versatile material solutions. From gasketing and cushioning to sealing, vibration damping, and sound control, ISOLOSS™ LS Polyurethane Foams deliver reliable performance across diverse industries. These microcellular, open-cell foams feature a low compression set to preserve fit, form, and function over time. With excellent shock absorption and resistance to flames, chemicals, and temperature extremes, ISOLOSS™ LS Foams ensure lasting protection and stability in the toughest conditions.
Applications: Gasketing, Light-duty sealing, Enclosure seals, Gap filling, Vibration damping, Shock absorbing, Impact absorption, Padding, (BSR) Buzz/ Squeak/ and Rattle, (NVH) Noise/Vibration/Harshness, and Equipment & component mounts
Features & Benefits:
- Durable
- Soft/very soft
- Low compression set
- Broad temperature range
- Flame and chemical resistance
- Multiple densities and thicknesses
- Excellent shock control and cushioning
- Consistent compression force deflection
Available In:
- Modulus: Soft and Very soft
- Multiple Densities (lb/ft3): 10, 15, 20, 25
- Wide array of thicknesses:
- 1/32”, 1/16”, 3/32”, 1/8”, 3/16”, 1/4”, 3/8”, 1/2”
- Bulk-roll format for efficiency: 54” useable
- Trimmed to 54.5” +0/-0.5
3M™ Twin-Axial Internal Cable Assemblies deliver next-generation performance, unmatched flexibility, and optimized airflow—engineered to meet the demands of today’s and tomorrow’s datacenters and high-performance computing (HPC) environments. The foldable ribbon construction with an extremely tight bend radii, enables efficient cable routing in confined spaces without compromising signal quality. The unique cable helps improves thermal efficiency by providing the ability to route the cable to avoid airflow obstruction within the system.
Features & Benefits:
- Options from SAS to PCIe gen 2.0 to 5.0
- Form Factors: PCIe CEM, PCIe Edgecard, SATA, MCIO and more
- More routing options within a case
- More efficient airflow and thermal management
- Custom folded and designs available upon request
Twin Axial Cable Assemblies Guide
3M™ Internal Assemblies:
- Twin Axial PCI Express Extender Assemblies Gen 4.0 8Kxx Series
- Multi-Channel I/O Twin Axial Cable Assemblies, 8MSx Series
- Low Profile I/O Twin Axial Cable Assemblies, 8CSx Series
- SlimLine Twin Axial Cable Assemblies, 8ESx Series
- External QSFP+ Cable Assembly, 9Q Series
- External SFP28 Cable Assembly, 1422 Series
- External SFP+ Cable Assembly, 1410/1412 Series
- External miniSAS Cable Assembly, 8G26 Series
3M’s Direct Attach Copper (DAC) Cable Assemblies offer high-speed, short-reach interconnects for data centers, servers, switches, and storage applications, supporting speeds from 10 Gbps to 800 Gbps with options for QSFP, OSFP, and SFP interfaces. Built with ultra-thin, foldable TwinAx ribbon cables, they provide exceptional signal integrity, flexibility, and space efficiency in high-density environments.
Features & Benefits:
- Supports 10 Gbps to 800 Gbps, future-ready for 1.6 Tbps
- Ultra-flexible, tight-bending ribbon design
- Excellent signal integrity with low bit error rates
- Thin profile for improved airflow and cooling
- Lower power consumption vs. optical or 10GBASE-T
- Easy installation and serviceability
- Compliant with PCIe, IEEE, and SFF standards
3M™ Twin Axial Extender Assemblies for PCIe® can be folded or simply routed to the peripheral card, providing a low loss extension from the motherboard to the peripheral device.
Features & Benefits:
- Available in X8 and X16, right angle and straight configurations
- PCIe® Gen3.0, 4.0, and the ALL NEW 5.0 (all Backwards Compatible)
- Uses 3M Twin Axial Cable
- PCIe (85ohm) applications
- Signal wire size 30 AWG twin axial cables
- Thin ribbon cable construction allows easy routing in dense servers
- Extremely tight bend radius facilitates custom folded assembly configuration enabling unique packaging designs in dense servers
- Standard lengths of 0.5m, 0.75m and 1.0m
- Custom lengths and folding available
PRODUCTS INCLUDE:
- PCI Express Gen 5.0
- PCI Express X16 Extender Gen 4.0
- PCI Express X8 Extender Gen 3.0
- PCI Express X4 Extender Gen 3.0
Resources
WEBINAR HANDOUT
Meeting demands of High High-Speed and High High-Bandwidth Interconnection: PCIe® and Ethernet Standards
APPLICATION PROFILE
From server to switch and everywhere in between. Learn more about the applications best suited for 3M™ TwinAx Solutions.
Whitepaper
How to Deploy High-Speed Cable Assemblies for High-Performance Computing
