Choosing the right rubber for your custom molded gaskets, molded rubber gaskets, or water rubber seals is critical to ensuring the performance and longevity of your products. With over 80 years of experience in custom rubber molding, at Robinson Rubber we understand how essential it is to match the right material to your application needs.
Here is a clear, practical guide to help you navigate this process:
1. Define Your Component’s Mechanical Function
Begin by identifying what your part needs to do:
- Sealing: Prevent leaks in your systems with molded seals and custom molded gaskets.
- Absorbing: Dampen vibrations or reduce shock loads.
- Transmitting: Transfer forces reliably within your application.
Knowing the mechanical function will allow us to narrow down suitable elastomer or thermoplastic options that will perform reliably in your system.
2. Understand the Operating Environment
Environmental factors greatly influence material selection. Consider:
- Temperature Extremes: Will your molded seals or water rubber seals face high heat or freezing temperatures?
- Exposure to Chemicals: Are oils, fuels, coolants, or solvents present?
- UV, Ozone, or Radiation: Will the component be exposed to sunlight or outdoor conditions?
- Mechanical Loads and Pressures: What are the pressure and load profiles for your molded rubber gaskets?
The more precisely you define the environment, the more accurately we can develop a material formulation tailored to your application.
3. Leverage Material Formulation Expertise
With comprehensive in-house material formulation capabilities, we can customize elastomer compounds to meet your exact requirements. Whether you need enhanced chemical resistance, extreme temperature stability, or unique mechanical properties, we ensure your molded seals and custom molded gaskets are optimized for your application.
4. Consider Manufacturing Methods and Design Collaboration
Selecting the right rubber also depends on how the component will be manufactured. Our diverse expertise in Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR), insert molding, over molding, and extrusion allows us to align the material with the best production method for your project, balancing performance and cost efficiency.
By collaborating early in the design stage, we help ensure your parts are designed for manufacturability while meeting your performance objectives.
Why Partner with Us?
As a collaborative, ISO 9001:2015 certified custom rubber molding manufacturer, we:
- Offer cutting-edge material formulation and design assistance.
- Provide high-quality molded seals, water rubber seals, and custom molded gaskets tailored to your needs.
- Have 80+ years of experience optimizing projects from design to implementation.
- Maintain a commitment to precision and quality in every component we produce.
Your success is our priority, from concept through production, ensuring your components stand the test of time in even the most demanding applications.
Ready to Select the Right Rubber for Your Project?
Contact us today to discuss your project’s requirements. Together, we can identify the ideal material and manufacturing method for your custom molded rubber components, ensuring performance and reliability in every seal, gasket, and molded part you need.
Get Started Today:
Email: sales@robinsonrubber.com
Website: www.robinsonrubber.com
Phone: 1-877-619-5825 or 763-535-6737