Working conditions
Identify temperature, contact fluids and repeated movement.
Custom manufacturing example · Custom silicone rubber keypad conductive push buttons
CUSTOM RUBBER & SILICONE MANUFACTURING
Custom silicone rubber keypad conductive push buttons
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
A custom silicone rubber keypad combines molded push buttons with a conductive contact arrangement. Button shape, color, and legends can be adapted to the product while the underside aligns with the circuit. The housing and backing support determine the conditions in which each button operates.
Secure the keypad as it will be used before assessing movement. Uneven compression at the sheet perimeter can affect one group of keys more than another. A button should not drag against the bezel or move the surrounding sheet when pressed near an accessible edge. Check that its release is complete before a neighboring control is operated.
Marking options include printed, raised, recessed, and colorfilled identification. Keep their positions coordinated with the physical and electrical layout. Select the silicone formulation for the actual exposure and cleaning process. During assembly, protect the contact surfaces from residue and avoid stretching the sheet to correct misalignment. Any changed key behavior should be evaluated in the complete support and circuit arrangement rather than addressed only by changing the visible button shape.
- Material options
- Silicone. Custom formulation and color for the intended contact conditions.
- Hardness selection
- Silicone: 20–80 Shore A. A button should not drag against the bezel or move the surrounding sheet when pressed near an accessible edge.
- Custom dimensions
- Any changed key behavior should be evaluated in the complete support and circuit arrangement rather than addressed only by changing the visible button shape.
- Fit & assembly
- During assembly, protect the contact surfaces from residue and avoid stretching the sheet to correct misalignment.
- Use & inspection
- Select the silicone formulation for the actual exposure and cleaning process.
Photos illustrate structure or material only. A button should not drag against the bezel or move the surrounding sheet when pressed near an accessible edge. 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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