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Custom Silicone Parts

Silicone, as a high-performance elastic material, comes in various forms and can be processed and molded into high-precision and complex parts using techniques such as injection molding, calendaring, and extrusion. It can also undergo various surface treatments, such as coloring, spraying, UV resistance, and antibacterial treatments, according to specific requirements. Its wide range of applications spans industries including medical, food, automotive, electronics, and household products, meeting diverse performance and aesthetic needs.

Silicone parts can be manufactured using various processing methods depending on the application, complexity, and material properties required. Here are the most common methods for manufacturing silicone parts:

1. Compression Molding

How it works: A pre-measured amount of silicone material is placed into a mold cavity. The mold is then closed and heated, compressing the material into the desired shape.

Applications: Gaskets, seals, and O-rings.

Advantages: Cost-effective for small to medium production runs and simple designs.

2. Injection Molding

How it works: Liquid silicone rubber (LSR) is injected into a heated mold using a specialized machine, which cures the material into a solid part.

Applications: Medical components, automotive parts, and electronics like connectors or keypads.

Advantages: High precision, fast production, suitable for complex designs, and ideal for large-scale production.

3. Extrusion

How it works: Silicone is forced through a die to produce continuous shapes like tubes or profiles. The material is then cured through heat or other methods.

Applications: Silicone tubing, cords, and seals.

Advantages: Best for continuous, long parts with uniform cross-sections.

4. Liquid Injection Molding (LIM)

How it works: Similar to injection molding, LIM uses liquid silicone injected into a mold, making it suitable for producing parts with high consistency and precision.

Applications: Baby products, medical implants, and electronic covers.

Advantages: High automation, precision, and repeatability.

5. Transfer Molding

How it works: Silicone material is placed into a chamber and then forced into a mold cavity under pressure.

Applications: Complex parts with embedded components like metal inserts.

Advantages: Suitable for intricate designs and medium-volume production.

6. Casting

How it works: Liquid silicone is poured into a mold and allowed to cure, either at room temperature or with heat.

Applications: Prototyping, molds, and large custom parts.

Advantages: Cost-effective for low volumes or custom designs.

7. 3D Printing

How it works: Silicone material is layered using additive manufacturing techniques to create the desired part.

Applications: Prototypes and complex designs.

Advantages: Rapid production and design flexibility.

8. Die Cutting

How it works: Sheets of silicone are cut into specific shapes using a die.

Applications: Flat silicone gaskets, seals, and pads.

Advantages: Ideal for thin, flat parts and high-volume production.

9. CNC Machining

How it works: Blocks or sheets of cured silicone are milled or cut to create custom parts.

Applications: Prototypes, custom shapes, and large silicone parts.

Advantages: Suitable for low-volume production with high precision.

Choosing the Right Process

The choice of process depends on:

1. Part complexity: For intricate designs, injection molding or LIM is preferred.

2. Production volume: Compression molding is ideal for low to medium volumes, while injection molding is better for large-scale production.

3. Material properties: Specific processes suit certain silicone formulations (e.g., liquid silicone for LIM, solid silicone for compression molding).

4. Application: For medical-grade parts, processes like injection molding and LIM are more suitable due to their precision and cleanliness.

Company Profile

Shenzhen Selection Hardware Technology Co., Ltd provides one-stop fabrication service for metal, plastic, and silicone parts according to client's drawing or sample. One-stop service including material, fabrication, surface finish, assembling, qc, packing and shipping with so many surface treatment options, such as anodizing, painting, sand blasting, polish, etc. Main processing services including CNC Machining, Die Casting, Investment Casting, Sheet Metal Fabrication, Injection Molding, Aluminum Extrusion. Our products are widely applied in Automotic Industry, Medical Devices, Consumer Electronics, Agriculture, Machines, etc.

Why Choose Us?

☛ ISO9001:2015 Self-Operated Factories, with 17 years' manufacturing experience

☛ OEM for Well-Known Brands: RODE, Nestle, Rolls-Royce, AXIS, BYD, Walmart, etc. We are fortunate to be their long-term and reliable partner.

☛ Offer One-Stop Service: Raw material→Fabrication→Surface Finish→QC→Assembling→Packing→Shipping

☛ Rapid and Free Prototyping Service

☛ R&D and Design Capabilities

☛ Our sales team 24/7 online, Quote within 24 hours

FAQ

Q1: Are you trade company or manufacturer?

A1: We are professional manufacturer with over 17 years' experience, we have self-operated factories, welcome to visit our factories.

Q2:Do you offer OEM or ODM business?

A2: Yes. OEM and ODM are our main business.

Q3:What services do your company offer?

A3: One-stop metal/plastic fabrication service. Main processing: cnc machining, die casting, investment casting, sheet metal fabricaiton, injection molding.

Q4: Can you help assembling the parts after it is manufactured?

A4: Yes. Our factory has multiple assembling lines.

Q5: What is the price of our product?

A5: The price is depend on your projects. Typically, our prices are competitive.

Q6: What is the delivery time?

A6: Usually 7~15 working days for sample, 30 working days for mass production.

Q7: Will my drawing or other documents be safe after you get it?

A7: Yes. We can sign confidential aggrement for all your projects