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Si-TPV power tools handle material for improved ergonomics

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When using Si-TPV the design and development of handles for powered and non-powered tools and handheld products, not just appears to simply enhance the aesthetically pleasing of a device, adding a contrasting color or texture. Especially, Si-TPV overmolding’s lightweight functionality also elevates ergonomics, deadens vibration, and improves a device’s grip and feel.

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Power tools are highly adopted by industries such as construction, home improvement aerospace, automotive industry, shipbuilding, and energy. Homeowners also utilize them for various residential applications.

In common with many products, power tool manufacturing companies are facing the challenge of designing tools to fit operators’ needs. Misuse of electrically powered portable tools can cause many fatal and painful injuries. With the development of cordless tools, the addition of battery elements in power tools has increased the tool’s weight. During the tool manipulation with the hand, such as pushing, pulling, twisting, etc., the user needs to apply a certain grasping force for safe manipulation. Mechanical loads are hereby directly transferred to the hand and its tissues, where each subject applies its preferred grip strength.

To overcome these design-related challenges manufacturers need to focus more on the ergonomic design and comfort of a user. Ergonomically designed power tools provide better comfort and control to the operator, allowing the work to be completed with ease and less fatigue. Such tools also prevent and reduce the health problems associated with or caused by using specific power tools. Besides, features such as vibration reduction and non-slip grips, balancing tools for heavier machines, lightweight housings, and extra handles help enhance user comfort and efficiency while using the power tools.

Since productivity and efficiency have been strongly linked to the level of comfort/discomfort, designers of power tools and products need to optimize human/product interaction in terms of comfort. This can be mainly done by increasing the functionality of the tools and products and also by the improved physical interaction between the product and the user. Physical interaction can be improved by the size and shape of the gripping surfaces and also the materials used, since it has been shown that a great correlation exists between the mechanical properties of the materials used and the subjective psychophysical response of the user, Some Results also suggest the handle material has a greater influence on the comfort rating than the handle size and shape.

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    SILIKE developing a variety of Si-TPV elastomers is a versatile material that has the properties of both silicone rubber and thermoplastic elastomer, It is lightweight, durable, and resistant to wear and tear, making it an ideal choice for many applications. to serve sporting &leisure equipment, personal care, power &hand tools, lawn and garden tools, toys, eyewear, cosmetic packaging, healthcare devices, smart wearable devices, portable electronics, hand-held electronics, household, and other appliances markets, with a long-lasting comfortable soft touch feel, and stain resistance, these grades meet application-specific needs for aesthetics, safety, antimicrobial and grippy technologies, highly resistant to chemicals.
    However, Over-molding is a great solution, especially in power tools devices — is a product that's easy to use and withstands impact, abrasions, chemical reactions, and changes in temperature and humidity, it perfectly meets a critical need for the use of handheld. Plus, Over-molding allows manufacturers to create Ergonomically products that are both strong, durable, flexible, and lightweight. This process involves combining two or more materials to create a single, unified product. compared to traditional methods of joining two parts together. manufacturers are able to reduce costs associated with production and assembly. As well as, can be used to create products with unique shapes and designs.

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    As an overmolding material, Si-TPV can bond with the substrate that endures the end-use environment. It can provide a soft feel and/or non-slip grip surface for improved product features or performance.
    When using SI-TPV the design and development of handles for powered and non-powered tools and handheld products, not just appears to simply enhance the aesthetically pleasing of a device, adding a contrasting color or texture. Especially, SI-TPV overmolding’s lightweight functionality also elevates ergonomics, deadens vibration, and improves a device’s grip and feel. By this means the comfort rating is also increased compared to stiff handle interface materials such as plastic. As well as to provides additional protection from wear and tear which makes it an ideal solution for power tools that need to withstand heavy use and abuse in a variety of environments. Si-TPV material also has excellent resistance to oil and grease which helps keep the tool clean and functioning properly over time.
    Additionally, Si-TPV is more cost-effective than traditional material, allowing manufacturers to produce more products in less time. It is an attractive option to create custom products that meet their specific needs while still providing superior performance in a variety of applications.

Application

Si-TPV soft over-molded material is an innovative way for manufacturers who produce hand and power tools, they need unique ergonomics as well as safety and durability, Main products applications include hand and power-tool grips handles such as cordless power tools, drills, hammer dills & impact drivers, dust extraction and collection, grinders, and metalworking, hammers, measuring and layout tools, oscillating multi-tools and saws...

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Overmolding Guide

Overmolding recommendations

Substrate Material

Overmold Grades

Typical

Applications

Polypropylene (PP)

Si-TPV 2150 Series

Sport Grips, Leisure Handles,Wearable Devices Knobs Personal Care- Toothbrushes, Razors, Pens, Power & Hand Tool Handles, Grips, Caster Wheels,Toys

Polyethylene (PE)

Si-TPV3420 Series

Gym Gear, Eyewear, Toothbrush Handles,Cosmetic Packaging

Polycarbonate (PC)

Si-TPV3100 Series

Sporting Goods, Wearable Wristbands,  Handheld Electronics, Business Equipment Housings, Healthcare Devices, Hand and Power Tools, Telecommunications and Business Machines

Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)

Si-TPV2250 Series

Sports & Leisure equipment, Wearable Devices, Housewares, Toys, Portable Electronics, Grips, Handles, Knobs

PC/ABS

Si-TPV3525 Series

Sports Gear, Outdoor Equipment,Housewares, Toys, Portable Electronics, Grips, Handles, Knobs, Hand and Power Tools, Telecommunications and Business Machines

Standard and Modified Nylon 6, Nylon 6/6, Nylon 6,6,6 PA

Si-TPV3520 Series

Fitness Goods, Protective Gear, Outdoor Hiking  Trekking Equipments, Eyewear, Toothbrush Handles, Hardware, Lawn and Garden Tools, Power Tools

Bond Requirements

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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Key Benefits

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    Long-term soft skin-friendly comfort touch does not require additional processing or coating steps.

    Long-term soft skin-friendly comfort touch does not require additional processing or coating steps.

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    Stain-resistant, resistant to dust accumulated, resistant against sweat and sebum, retaining the aesthetic appeal.

    Stain-resistant, resistant to dust accumulated, resistant against sweat and sebum, retaining the aesthetic appeal.

  • 03
    Further surface durable scratch & abrasion resistance, waterproof, resistance to weather, UV light, and chemicals.

    Further surface durable scratch & abrasion resistance, waterproof, resistance to weather, UV light, and chemicals.

  • 04
    Further surface durable scratch & abrasion resistance, waterproof, resistance to weather, UV light, and chemicals.

    Further surface durable scratch & abrasion resistance, waterproof, resistance to weather, UV light, and chemicals.

  • 05
     Si-TPV creates a superior bond with the substrate, it is not easy to peel off.

     Si-TPV creates a superior bond with the substrate, it is not easy to peel off.

Durability Sustainability

  • Advanced solvent-free technology, without plasticizer, no softening oil, and odorless.
  • Environmental protection and recyclability.
  • Available in regulatory-compliant formulations