Strange Shielding Question

[sammyfallen]

Instead of soldering 2 sheets of copper tape can you fold over one piece. Touch the copper from one sheet to the folded copper of the other sheet and attach the 2 pieces with a very small screw?

[Burlington]

Yes, but soldering will always be a better connection, and is easier than drilling and putting a screw in your bass.

[sammyfallen]

I know soldering is the way to go, I was just curious (I saw someone who had done this on another forum with a Strat)

[dukechocolate]

I was under the impression that the copper shielding tape is conductive on both sides...why do you have to connect pieces with a screw or with solder? Curious, as I will be doing a shielding job on my bass later this week.

[sammyfallen]

The copper tape I bought did not have a conductive adhesive. Some do, Some don't. I'd check with your manufacturer if your not sure.

[dukechocolate]

thanks

[testing1two]

If the copper is of sufficient thickness then it's not an issue and should work fine from a conductivity standpoint. If it's the equivalent thickness of tin foil then it will likely tear over time.