Custom manufacturing example · Customized conductive silicone keypads/colored silicone buttons

CUSTOM RUBBER & SILICONE MANUFACTURING

Customized conductive silicone keypads/colored silicone 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

Vulcanization workshop illustration with green molding presses and blue collection bins

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

Colored silicone buttons can separate groups of functions visually while sharing one keypad assembly. The color scheme should follow the control layout and remain clear alongside the printed or molded legends. For conductive versions, the visible groups also need to remain registered with the corresponding circuit positions.

Check the finished colors under the lighting in which the panel will be used. Similar shades may appear less distinct on small curved keys than in an enlarged artwork view. Button shape and spacing can provide additional identification when a fingertip covers part of the label.

Evaluate the assembled controls for independent presses, contact response and complete release. A color choice does not establish material properties or a particular electrical value. During cleaning, preserve both the surface finish and any markings, keeping residue away from the underside contacts. Restore the sheet's locating features after removal so the color-coded functions continue to correspond to their intended inputs rather than a shifted position within the enclosure.

Material options: Silicone. Custom formulation and color for the intended contact conditions.
Hardness selection: Silicone: 20–80 Shore A. Evaluate the assembled controls for independent presses, contact response and complete release.
Custom dimensions: Restore the sheet's locating features after removal so the color-coded functions continue to correspond to their intended inputs rather than a shifted position within the enclosure.
Fit & assembly: Colored silicone buttons can separate groups of functions visually while sharing one keypad assembly.
Use & inspection: During cleaning, preserve both the surface finish and any markings, keeping residue away from the underside contacts.

Photos illustrate structure or material only. Button shape and spacing can provide additional identification when a fingertip covers part of the label. ETOL directly manufactures custom-shaped silicone and rubber parts to your requirements.

Choosing a material or hardness? Explore the selection guide →

From part requirements to production

Define the part

Identify key dimensions, mating surfaces and quantity

Review material & tooling

Agree the compound and manufacturing approach

Evaluate the sample

Review the fit and agreed requirements in the assembly

Produce & inspect

Manufacture and check against the approved requirements

Review the intended assembly

Working conditions

Identify temperature, contact fluids and repeated movement.

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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