Silicon molding
Automotive parts
Enclosures
Medical equipment
Appliances
Advantages of Silicon molding
Silicon rubber is a good material to make food grade parts which require flexibility . Its also used to make protective casings for enclosures which are sensitive to heat. We can make gaskets, sleeves, washers with silicon in different shore hardnesses
- High flexibility
- High Heat resistance
- Food safe
- Tear resistance
- Different hardness available
Silicon molding grades
We help you make Silicon molded parts with the properties you need
Silicon hardnesses
- 20 – 60
Design guidelines for Silicon molding
Minimum wall thickness for Silicon parts
A minimum wall thickness of 0.5mm to a maximum of 6mm can be maintained for Silicon parts. It flows well since its a high viscous material
Uniform wall thickness
A uniform wall thickness should be maintained throughout the part to ensure smooth flow of material. Inconsistent wall thickness will hamper filling
Draft angles
ABS injection molded parts generally have a 1 – 2 degree draft to ensure easy removal of part from the mold
Sharp corners
A fillet has to be added in all sharp corners to ensure easy flow of material
Comparison of Injection molded plastics
