Custom made silicone rubber access control keypad

A custom silicone rubber access control keypad provides the pressing surface for an electronic entry interface. Its key spacing, shape and visible identification should support deliberate input and complete release between presses. The electronic system determines the access function, while the molded pad must fit that system's housing and switching arrangement.

Test representative entry sequences on the assembled control, including repeated use of the same position and movement between neighboring keys. Check whether a finger can find the intended target without holding an adjacent button partly down. Keep any confirmation or correction function recognizable within the available layout. During fitting, align the pad naturally with its locating features and make sure the bezel does not cover an essential part of a label. After servicing, inspect key heights and repeat the operating sequence instead of checking only one button. Clean residue from the exposed gaps without using sharp objects against the flexible edges. A torn web or key that fails to return should be corrected before ordinary input becomes unreliable.

Material options

Silicone. Custom formulation and color for the intended contact conditions.

Hardness selection

Silicone: 20–80 Shore A. Test representative entry sequences on the assembled control, including repeated use of the same position and movement between neighboring keys.

Custom dimensions

During fitting, align the pad naturally with its locating features and make sure the bezel does not cover an essential part of a label.

Fit & assembly

The electronic system determines the access function, while the molded pad must fit that system's housing and switching arrangement.

Use & inspection

After servicing, inspect key heights and repeat the operating sequence instead of checking only one button.

Photos illustrate structure or material only. The electronic system determines the access function, while the molded pad must fit that system's housing and switching arrangement. ETOL directly manufactures custom-shaped silicone and rubber parts to your requirements.