3C Electronic Products, also known as 3C products, 3C stands for “Computer, Communication and Consumer Electronics. These Products have become an essential part of our lives today due to their convenience and affordability. They provide us with a way to stay connected while still being able to enjoy entertainment on our terms.
As we know, the world of 3C electronic products is a rapidly changing one. With new technologies and products being released every day, Emerging 3C industry electronics product is mainly divided into intelligent wearable devices, AR/VR, UAV, and so on...
Especially, wearable devices have become increasingly popular in recent years for a variety of applications at home and at work, from fitness trackers to smartwatches, these devices are designed to make our lives easier and more efficient. Although these wearable devices offer a lot of convenience and benefits, they can also cause a lot of pain. The material used to make wearable devices can be uncomfortable and cause skin irritation or even rashes.
How to make wearable devices so safe, reliable, and functional? The answer lies in the materials used to create them.
Materials play a critical role in the design and functionality of wearable devices. These materials must be able to withstand extreme temperatures, humidity, and other environmental conditions while still providing function properly or reliably over time. they must also be safe, lightweight, flexible, and durable enough to withstand everyday wear and tear.
The most common material used for wearable devices is plastic. Plastic is lightweight and durable, making it an ideal choice for wearables. However, it can also be abrasive against the skin and cause irritation or rashes. This is especially true if the device is worn for long periods of time or if it’s not cleaned regularly.
Another material used in wearable devices is metal. Metal is often used for components such as sensors or buttons, but it can also be used for the entire device itself. While metal may look sleek and stylish, it can also be cold against the skin and cause discomfort when worn for long periods of time. It can also cause skin irritation if not cleaned regularly.
And, there are some wearable devices are made from fabric or leather materials. These materials are often more comfortable than plastic or metal but they can still cause skin irritation if not cleaned regularly or if worn for long periods of time without being washed or replaced. Additionally, fabric materials may not be as durable as plastic or metal so they may need to be replaced more often than other materials.
Si-TPVs provide a uniquely smooth feel in hardness ranging from Shore A 35 to 90A making them the ideal material to enhance the aesthetics, comfort, and fit of 3C Electronic Products, including hand-held electronics, wearable devices(from phone cases, wristbands, brackets, watch bands, earbuds, necklaces, and AR/VR to silky-smooth parts...), as well as improve scratch resistance and abrasion resistance for the housings, buttons, battery covers and accessory cases of portable devices, consumer electronics, household products, and homewares or other appliances.
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Substrate Material |
Overmold Grades |
Typical Applications |
Polypropylene (PP) |
Sport Grips, Leisure Handles,Wearable Devices Knobs Personal Care- Toothbrushes, Razors, Pens, Power & Hand Tool Handles, Grips, Caster Wheels,Toys |
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Polyethylene (PE) |
Gym Gear, Eyewear, Toothbrush Handles,Cosmetic Packaging |
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Polycarbonate (PC) |
Sporting Goods, Wearable Wristbands, Handheld Electronics, Business Equipment Housings, Healthcare Devices, Hand and Power Tools, Telecommunications and Business Machines |
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Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) |
Sports & Leisure equipment, Wearable Devices, Housewares, Toys, Portable Electronics, Grips, Handles, Knobs |
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PC/ABS |
Sports Gear, Outdoor Equipment,Housewares, Toys, Portable Electronics, Grips, Handles, Knobs, Hand and Power Tools, Telecommunications and Business Machines |
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Standard and Modified Nylon 6, Nylon 6/6, Nylon 6,6,6 PA |
Fitness Goods, Protective Gear, Outdoor Hiking Trekking Equipments, Eyewear, Toothbrush Handles, Hardware, Lawn and Garden Tools, Power Tools |
SILIKE Si-TPVs Overmolding can adhere to other materials through injection molding. suitable for insert molding and or multiple material molding. Multiple material molding is otherwise known as Multi-shot injection molding, Two-Shot Molding, or 2K molding.
SI-TPVs have excellent adhesion to a variety of thermoplastics, from polypropylene and polyethylene to all kinds of engineering plastics.
When selecting an Si-TPV for an over-molding application, the substrate type should be considered. Not all Si-TPVs will bond to all types of substrates.
For more information regarding specific over-molding Si-TPVs and their corresponding substrate materials, please feel contact us.
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