Q: How long is your delivery time?
Our standard delivery time is 20-25 days. For larger quantities, it may take 25-30 days.
Q: Do you have your own factory? Or is it just a trading company?
We are a professional OEM/ODM manufacturer with our own modern factory covering an area of 4,500 square meters.
Q: How many year of manufacturing experience do you have?
We have more than 20 years of manufacturing experience.
Q: What is the capacity of your factory?
The monthly capacity of our factory varies based on the complexity and size of the silicone keypad we are working on.To get a more accurate estimate of our monthly capacity for your specific keyboards, please feel free to contact us with more details.
Q: How do you guarantee the quality?
Ensuring the quality of bulk orders is of utmost importance to us. We implement a comprehensive quality control process to guarantee the excellence of our rubber keypads. Here's how we maintain quality:
- Quality Inspections: Our experienced quality control team conducts thorough inspections at various stages of keyboard production, including silicone keypad material sourcing, manufacturing, and assembly.
- Sampling: We often perform random sampling of silicone buttons from different batches to verify consistency and adherence to specifications.
- Testing: Depending on the silicone keys, we conduct performance, functionality, and durability tests to ensure keyboards meet industry standards and your expectations.
- Certifications: Our keyboards often carry industry certifications that confirm their quality and compliance with relevant regulations.
- Documentation: We maintain meticulous records of quality control processes and results for each keypads.
- Feedback: We welcome your feedback and encourage open communication throughout the keypad production process . Your insights help us continuously improve our silicone keypads.
Q: Do you provide samples? Is it free or extra?
Yes, we offer samples free of charge. However, customers are responsible for the cost of express shipping fees.
Q: What is a silicone keypad?
A silicone keypad, also known as a rubber keypad, is a flexible and durable input device commonly used in electronic devices like remote controls, keyboards, and industrial control panels. It consists of keys or buttons made from silicone rubber, offering tactile feedback and easy actuation.
Q: What are the main raw materials of Silicone Rubber Keypad?
The raw material used in Silicone Rubber Keypads is silicone, which belongs to the elastomer category of polymers. Natural rubber and synthetic rubber are also types of polymers. Natural rubber is derived from rubber tree sap, while synthetic rubber is produced from crude oil through organic chemistry processes. Silicone Rubber Keypads typically have a hardness ranging from 50 to 80A. Excessive hardness can lead to increased defect rates and higher production costs.
Q: What are the common undercut designs?
The mounting methods for Silicone Rubber Keypads encompass Pull-Through, Wrap-Around, Push-Through, Pull-Snap, and Push-Snap techniques. Maximizing the diameter of the undercut facilitates production efficiency.
Q: The dimensional error of Silicone Rubber Keypad should be followed?
| Dimension | Tolerance | ||
| Inches | MM | Inches | MM |
| 0 – .987 | 0 – 25 | 0.005 | 0.13 |
| .998 – 1.460 | 25.1 – 37 | 0.008 | 0.2 |
| 1.461 – 1.971 | 37.1 – 50 | 0.01 | 0.25 |
| 1.972 – 2.444 | 50. – 1-62 | 0.012 | 0.31 |
| 2.445 – 2.956 | 62.1 – 75 | 0.015 | 0.38 |
| 2.957 – 3.428 | 75.1 – 87 | 0.017 | 0.44 |
| 3.429 – 3.940 | 87.1 – 100 | 0.02 | 0.5 |
| 3.491 – 5.908 | 100.1 – 150 | 0.024 | 0.62 |
| 5.909 – OVER | 150.1 – OVER | 0.005 | 0.005 |
Q: What are the light guide designs of Silicone Rubber Keypad?
● Centre LED lllumination
This LED installation method is ideal for Silicone Rubber Keypads with limited space requiring illuminated buttons. To accommodate LEDs, Circular or Semi-Circular Rings are selected at the bottom of the buttons. If a Metal Dome driver is necessary, Metal Domes with holes should be considered. Various backlight forms are available for laser-engraved Silicone Rubber Keypads or those printed with opaque pigments on transparent silicone.
● EL Backlight
The EL backlight emits a single, uniformly bright color, suitable for large-area luminous logos and fonts on Silicone Rubber Keypads. However, it requires higher power drive and has a lifespan of only 2000-3000 hours. For longer lifespan, optical fiber forms can be considered, albeit at a higher cost.
Q: What are the advantages of silicone keypads?
Silicone keypads offer several advantages, including waterproof and dustproof properties, resistance to extreme temperatures, chemicals, and UV radiation. They also provide a soft and comfortable touch feel, quiet operation, and customizable design options.
Q: Can silicone keypads be customized?
Yes, silicone keypads can be customized to meet specific design requirements. This includes varying the shape, size, color, and layout of the keys, as well as incorporating embossed or debossed graphics, backlighting, and conductive pills for enhanced functionality.
Q: What industries use silicone keypads?
Silicone keypads find applications across various industries, including automotive, medical, aerospace, telecommunications, consumer electronics, and industrial equipment. They are commonly used in devices requiring reliable and user-friendly input interfaces.
Q: What are the common carbon ring shapes of Silicone Rubber Keypad?
Common carbon ring forms include Circular Ring, Semi-Circular Ring, Oval, Square, Square Ring, and Semi-Square Ring. It is recommended to use carbon pellets in keypads due to their superior stability and lower resistance. Additionally, carbon pellets are less prone to peeling off over time due to driving, ensuring the long-term functionality of the keypad.
Q: What are the printing details of Silicone Rubber Keypad?
Standard rubber keyboards often use screen printing or pad printing for graphics, while standard silicone rubber keypads suffice for many companies not requiring backlight technology. For more demanding applications or aesthetic preferences, molded rubber backlights are available, employing laser etching—a method using high-power lasers to remove paint layers. This enhances clarity, brightness, and visibility in the backlight area, achieved by applying different backlight technologies once the translucent layer is reached.