Working conditions
Identify temperature, contact fluids and repeated movement.
Custom manufacturing example · 3M backed self adhesive tape silicone rubber foot pads
CUSTOM RUBBER & SILICONE MANUFACTURING
3M backed self adhesive tape silicone rubber foot pads
A custom component for your assembly.
Define the mating surfaces, dimensions and working conditions. ETOL manufactures the part to the agreed design and material.
- Factory direct
- Made to order
- Drawing & sample support
Share the part, its application and your estimated quantity.
Customize the fit, material and finish
Material & hardness
Selected for the contact, temperature and movement
Color & finish
Define the visible surfaces and intended color
Shape & dimensions
Develop holes, lips and walls around the mating parts
Mounting & fit
Match the attachment and installation method
Product Overview
Silicone rubber foot pads with 3M adhesive backing provide a way to add rubber contact points to a suitable base surface. The custom pad dimensions can be matched to the available mounting area and the intended clearance beneath the product. The adhesive and the surface need to work together for the attachment to remain useful.
Plan the positions before removing the release liner. Each pad should have a flat, adequate bonding area, clear of recess edges, screws, and intended ventilation openings. Use the preparation and application conditions appropriate to the selected adhesive grade and substrate; the 3M name alone does not identify one universal tape or bonding procedure.
Keep fingers and dust off the exposed adhesive, then apply the pad evenly without stretching the rubber. Check that the complete set supports the product without rocking. Avoid repeatedly lifting and repositioning an applied pad, which can affect the bond. During use, keep the floor-contact surfaces clean and inspect for peeling edges, especially after the product has been dragged rather than lifted.
- Material options
- Custom silicone or rubber formulation, with dimensions and color adapted to the mating component.
- Hardness range
- Silicone: 20–80 Shore A; rubber: 30–90 Shore A. Assess the grade against this fit requirement: Keep fingers and dust off the exposed adhesive, then apply the pad evenly without stretching the rubber.
- Custom profile & fit
- The custom pad dimensions can be matched to the available mounting area and the intended clearance beneath the product.
- Assembly considerations
- The adhesive and the surface need to work together for the attachment to remain useful.
- Design check
- Use the preparation and application conditions appropriate to the selected adhesive grade and substrate; the 3M name alone does not identify one universal tape or bonding procedure.
Photos illustrate structure or material only. The custom pad dimensions can be matched to the available mounting area and the intended clearance beneath the product. ETOL directly manufactures custom-shaped silicone and rubber parts to your requirements.
From part requirements to production
01
Define the part
Identify key dimensions, mating surfaces and quantity
02
Review material & tooling
Agree the compound and manufacturing approach
03
Evaluate the sample
Review the fit and agreed requirements in the assembly
04
Produce & inspect
Manufacture and check against the approved requirements
Review the intended assembly
Material and structure
Consider hardness together with wall thickness and support.
Installation
Check access, mating dimensions and the fitting sequence.
Ordering this custom component
Can the shape be adjusted to my mating parts?
Yes. Show the receiving opening, contact surfaces and clearance limits. We can review the dimensions and retaining features around the intended fit.
Which details should be agreed before tooling?
Agree the critical dimensions, material, hardness, visible surfaces and sample requirements. Explain how the part is installed and which interfaces control its function.
Can a sample help define the replacement?
A sample can help explain the structure. Compare it with the assembly because wear, swelling or compression may have changed its original dimensions.
How is the quotation for this part determined?
The material, part geometry, tooling, quantity and finishing affect the quotation. Include the intended batch size and delivery destination when describing your requirements.
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