How to design silicone rubber wearables using compression molding

Introduction Silicone rubber wearables have quickly become popular due to their soft, flexible, and durable nature. From gaskets and seals to medical devices and precision components, silicone rubber materials have made an appearance in a wide variety of products across numerous industries. Design and manufacturing processes play a pivotal role in creating high-quality silicone rubber […]

How to design silicone rubber products for the medical industry

Introduction Silicone rubber is an incredibly flexible material used throughout the medical industry. Due to its temperature resistance, chemical resistance, and biocompatibility properties, silicone rubber products have found widespread application as medical devices and equipment components. When designing silicone rubber products for medical devices, however, numerous factors must be carefully considered including material properties, manufacturing […]

Designing silicone rubber keypads using compression molding

Introduction Silicone rubber keypads are an integral component of many input devices, including remote controls, keyboards, and consumer products. When pressed they provide a tactile response which makes them user-friendly and efficient. Compression molding is one of the primary manufacturing methods used for producing silicone rubber keypads; it involves heating and compressing raw material to […]

Demystifying silicone rubber material properties

Introduction Silicone rubber is an extremely flexible material used in various industries and applications. Being aware of its properties is key for selecting the appropriate material and meeting specifications, and we aim to demystify silicone rubber like material’s many properties, including physical and chemical characteristics, tensile properties, silicon’s effect on rubber properties, and how these […]

Custom silicone rubber colors and textures in compression molding

Introduction Compression molding is a manufacturing process used to produce rubber products using raw materials like silicone rubbers. Raw materials are placed into a heated mold cavity before compression molding compresses them to produce the final product. Compression molding offers greater control over its shape, size, and texture compared with injection molding methods like these. […]

Cost-effective solutions for silicone rubber compression molding

Introduction Silicone rubber compression molding is a widely utilized manufacturing method used to produce various rubber products such as gaskets, seals, O-rings, and other components. This process involves compressing uncured silicone rubber into mold cavities at high pressure and heat until it achieves the desired shape. Finding cost-effective silicone rubber compression molding solutions in today’s […]