Rubber Parts for Electronics

Engineered precision, electrical protection, and top-notch performance

Electronics Manufacturing Demands Different Material Solutions

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In electronics manufacturing, even minor component failures can trigger costly recalls, warranty claims, or product failures in the field. Unlike automotive or industrial applications, electronics demand materials that won’t outgas onto sensitive PCBs, maintain tight tolerances in compact assemblies, and provide reliable performance across extreme temperature swings.

Engineers and procurement teams often struggle with: 

  • Contamination risks: Standard rubbers can outgas silicones or plasticizers that damage circuit boards
  • Dimensional precision: Enclosures and assemblies with ±0.005″ tolerances leave no room for imprecise molding
  • Flame resistance: Consumer electronics require UL94 ratings that many rubber formulations can’t achieve
  • Non-marking requirements: Housing contact surfaces can’t show rubber transfer or staining

 

Fenlora addresses these electronics-specific challenges with precision molding, low-outgassing materials, and ISO 9001-certified process control that delivers repeatable dimensional accuracy across production runs.

Electronics Applications

Cable Management
  • Custom grommets for cable pass-throughs
  • Strain relief boots
  • Protective sleeves
Shock & Vibration Protection
  • Equipment mounting pads
  • Isolation feet and bumpers
  • Custom dampening components
Environmental Sealing
  • IP67/IP68 rated gaskets
  • EMI/RFI shielding gaskets
  • Dust-proof seals for enclosures
Thermal Management
  • Gap fillers and thermal pads
  • Heat sink isolators

Choosing the Right Elastomer for Electronics

Material Temp Range Key Properties Best For
Low-Outgassing Silicone -60°F to 400°F Clean, UV resistant Optical assemblies
EPDM -40°F to 250°F Weather resistant Outdoor electronics
Conductive Silicone -60°F to 350°F EMI/ESD protection RFI gaskets

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Electronics Manufacturing Demands Different Material Solutions

In electronics, minor component failures trigger costly recalls. Unlike automotive parts, electronics demand materials that won’t outgas onto sensitive PCBs or fail under high-heat operation.

  • Contamination: Rubbers that outgas can damage circuit boards.
  • Precision: assemblies with ±0.005" tolerances leave no room for error.
  • Flame Resistance: Required UL94 ratings for consumer safety.

Specialized Components

Cable Management: Wire grommets (±0.010" tolerance) and strain relief boots.

Sealing: IP67/IP68 gaskets and dust seals for fine-pitch connectors.

Vibration: Equipment feet tuned for 10-500 Hz dampening.