About Custom Silicone Gaskets
Custom silicone gaskets have high elasticity and viscoelasticity. Compared with other materials, silicone has a large elastic deformation and a small elastic modulus. Its shape, hardness, etc. can be adjusted through formula design to meet the stiffness and strength in different directions.
| Material | Silicone |
| Density | 2.1-3.52 g/cm3 |
| Operating temperature | -50-200℃ |
| Dielectric constant | 5.4-8.7 MHz |
| Volume resistivity | ≥1012 Ω·cm |
| Thermal conductivity | 1-8 W/m·k |
Note The Key Points
Silicone gaskets can be customized. Here are some key points for custom silicone gaskets:
1. Material selection: Select the appropriate silicone material according to application requirements. There are many types of silicone materials, and different types of silicone have different properties, such as high temperature resistance, wear resistance, chemical corrosion resistance, etc. When selecting materials, factors such as the actual use environment, medium and temperature need to be taken into consideration.
2. Size and shape: Determine the size and shape of the silicone gasket according to actual needs. The size and shape of the gasket need to be determined according to the application scenario, such as round, square, special-shaped, etc. At the same time, the cooperation between the gasket and the contact surface also needs to be considered to ensure a good sealing effect.
3. Thickness: The thickness of the silicone gasket needs to be determined according to actual needs. When selecting thickness, factors such as pressure and wear resistance need to be considered to ensure that the gasket has sufficient strength and durability.
4. Surface treatment: According to needs, the silicone gasket can be surface treated, such as spraying wear-resistant coating, antistatic coating, etc. Surface treatments can improve the performance and service life of silicone gaskets.
5. Production process: The production process of custom silicone gaskets includes material mixing, mold making, vulcanization and molding. During the production process, the production process and quality control need to be strictly controlled to ensure the quality and stability of each link.
6. Inspection and testing: After production is completed, the silicone gasket needs to be inspected and tested, such as dimensional inspection, performance testing, etc. Inspection and testing ensure that the quality and performance of silicone gaskets meet requirements.
In short, customized silicone gaskets need to determine the material, size, shape, thickness, surface treatment and production process according to actual needs to ensure that the quality and performance of the gasket meet the requirements. At the same time, strict inspection and testing are required during the production process to ensure the quality and stability of each link.
Benefits of Customized Silicone Gaskets
1. Better adaptability: Customized silicone gasket can better adapt to different application scenarios and usage needs.
2. Higher sealing performance: Customized silicone gasket can choose appropriate materials, thicknesses and surface treatments according to actual needs to improve their sealing performance and durability.
3. Longer service life: Custom silicone gaskets can better adapt to actual needs and maintain good elasticity and sealing performance. Therefore, it can be used longer and maintain its performance and effectiveness.
4. Better safety performance: Customized silicone gasket can choose appropriate materials and production processes according to actual needs to improve their safety performance and environmental protection performance. For example, for some food-grade applications, customized silicone gaskets can better adapt to the environment in which they are used and ensure food safety.
5. Lower maintenance costs: Customized silicone gasket can better adapt to actual needs and maintain good performance and effects. Therefore, it lasts longer and reduces replacement and maintenance costs.
FAQs About Custom Silicone Gaskets
Q: What is a silicone gasket?
A: A silicone gasket is a thin sheet made of silicone material that is typically used to fill the gap between two surfaces, providing cushioning and protection.
Q: Why do you need customized silicone gaskets?
A: Customized silicone gaskets are made to meet the needs of specific application scenarios. Since different equipment, components and gap sizes require different specifications and thicknesses of silicone gaskets, customization can ensure that the gaskets exactly match actual needs, improving usage effectiveness and safety.
Q: How to customize silicone gasket?
A: Customized silicone gaskets need to provide specific requirements, including gasket size, thickness, material, etc. Customers can contact the manufacturer by phone, email, or place an order online, and provide detailed needs and requirements. The manufacturer will design and produce according to the customer’s needs and deliver it to the customer after completion.
Q: How long does it take to customize a silicone gasket?
A: The time required to customize a silicone gasket varies from manufacturer to manufacturer and generally takes anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. Customers need to confirm the delivery time before submitting the order to ensure sufficient time for production and delivery.
