Item Description
Overview
Advanced Silicone Rubber Keypad is meticulously made from high-quality silicone rubber, available in transparent or various colors to suit your preferences. Engineered with a Shore A hardness range of 30°~80°, it precisely meets size requirements through compression molding techniques. This keypad excels in aging, cold and heat resistance, chemical stability, waterproofing, eco-friendliness, and unmatched durability. Featuring versatile printing methods such as silk screen and radium carving, paired with conductive options including carbon pills, conductive ink printing, metal domes, and metal pills, our keypad ensures excellent conductivity for seamless operation. Certified with ISO9001-2015, IATF16949, and ROHS, our product upholds the highest quality standards. We are confident in our product’s excellence, which is why we offer free samples for testing. Whether you prioritize durability or conductivity, our advanced Silicone Rubber Keypad meets and exceeds industry standards, making it the ideal choice for a wide range of applications.
Specification
Material: silicone rubber
Color: transparent or any colors
Hardness:shore A 30°~80°
Size: customized size
Tolerance: based on customer’s requirement
Printing: silk screen, radium carving
Molded Way: compression molded
Conductive Way: carbon pills, conductive ink printing, metal domes, metal pills
Surface Protective: pu coating, matte smooth coating, epoxy coating
Performance: aging resistance, cold resistance, heat resistance, chemical stability, waterproof, eco-friendly, durable
Certificate: ISO9001-2015, IATF16949, ROHS
OEM/ODM: available
Samples: free available samples
Packing: PE bag & carton, customized packing
Logo: silk printing, laser etching
Application: industrial, medical, automotive, consumer electronics, household, etc
Conductive Methods in Rubber Keypads
Rubber keypads employ diverse conductive methods to transmit electrical signals effectively within electronic devices. Here’s an in-depth look at these techniques:
- Carbon Pills: These small elements, crafted from carbon-filled silicone rubber, are strategically positioned beneath the keypad buttons. When pressed, the carbon pill connects with the circuit board, facilitating the flow of electrical signals.
- Conductive Ink Printing: Specially formulated ink infused with conductive materials, like silver or carbon, is printed on the rubber keypad’s surface, forming conductive pathways. Upon button press, the ink traces establish contact with the circuit, completing the electrical circuit.
- Metal Domes: These minute stainless steel discs are placed beneath keypad buttons. Applying pressure causes the dome to collapse, establishing contact with the underlying circuit board. This contact closure completes the circuit, registering the keystroke.
- Metal Pills: Similar to carbon pills, metal pills are tiny conductive elements made from metals such as stainless steel. Positioned beneath the buttons, they function akin to carbon pills, enabling electrical signals to pass through when buttons are pressed.
These methods are pivotal in electronic devices like remote controls, keypads, and control panels, ensuring seamless transmission of electrical signals. The choice of conductive method is tailored to specific application requirements and the desired tactile response of the keypad.