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Silicone Rubber Parts
Silicone Rubber Parts Silicone rubber parts create seals for electrical devices that resist aging and environmental stress. It is also useful in establishing watertight barriers and showerheads that are resistant to bacteria. Manufacturers use liquid silicone rubber, or LSR, to create injection molded parts. This unique material is a two-part platinum-cured elastomer with excellent fluidity. Flexibility The silicone rubber’s high flexibility allows it to be used in a variety of ways. Its softness helps protect the metal and other parts in electrical devices such as cords, plugs, and connectors from shock and vibration. It is also used in vehicles to cushion the impact of sudden stops and turns. It can…
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Types of Molds Used to Produce Silicone Rubber Parts
Types of Molds Used to Produce Silicone Rubber Parts Silicone rubber is known for its high resistance to extreme temperatures and outdoor exposure. It is used in many applications from automotive components and electrical parts to medical devices including ear plugs and respirators. These products require processing that can produce accurate molded parts. WayKen utilizes modern rapid prototyping technologies to create accurate master patterns and silicone rubber moulds. Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) is a thermoset material that offers superior strength, long life and resistance to extreme temperature and chemical exposure. It is a very versatile material that can enhance the Silicone rubber parts design options of…
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Silicone Rubber Parts and Their Applications
Silicone Rubber Parts and Their Applications Silicone rubber parts have an extensive range of applications. They can be colored or transparent, perform across a broad temperature spectrum and resist corrosion. They can also be molded to meet industry tolerances for extruding, cutting and joining. This allows you to get a gasket or other part quickly and inexpensively. Hardness The hardness of silicone rubber is a physical property that determines how resistant it is to abrasion and cutting. It’s also a measurement of how willing the material is to plastic (permanent) deformation. Silicone rubber is available in different types and can be molded into custom shapes for specific applications. These materials…
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Manufacturing Silicone Rubber Parts
Manufacturing Silicone Rubber Parts Silicone is one of the most popular elastomers used in manufacturing. It is a flexible material that resists harsh environments and can hold its shape at high temperatures. Like most materials, silicone must be prepped before it can be molded. At WayKen, we use modern rapid prototyping technologies to create a master pattern for our silicone rubber molds. Compression Molding Compression molding is a manufacturing technique that uses heat and pressure to create molded parts. The process begins with the fabrication of a mold from a 3D printer or CAD software. Then, a raw material is placed in the mold and heated and pressurized. The resulting…