Silicone rubber keypads are commonly used in key designs in many industries such as consumer electronics, communication equipment, automobiles, industrial control, etc. They are common keystroke materials because they provide soft, elastic, comfortable touch and other functions. Unlike other keyboards, their touch can be adjusted according to the design and manufacturing process. After pressing the key, a certain feedback force will be obtained, and this touch helps the user confirm whether the key is pressed correctly. Below are five functions of silicone rubber keyboards that distinguish them from other keyboards.
Operation Control
As the operation control interface of industrial electronic equipment, silicone rubber keypads can realize functions such as switching, adjustment, and selection. When the silicone rubber keypad is pressed, the corresponding operation of the device will be triggered, such as turning on or off the power, menus with different options, adjusting the volume, etc.
Waterproof and dustproof
The reasonable structural design enables the silicone rubber keypad to provide good sealing performance, which can effectively prevent tiny dust, water vapor, and other foreign substances from entering the keypad, and provide protection for the components inside the electronic equipment. It is especially suitable for use in industrial equipment exposed to harsh conditions such as outdoor and industrial environments for a long time.
Comfortable touch
Compared with plastic keyboards, silicone rubber keypads are made of silicone, have good elasticity and soft touch, and provide good feedback. During operation, users can feel the triggering of the keys, clearly and do not feel tired even after repeated use, and can get a higher sense of experience from use.
Durable
Due to the many excellent properties of silicone, silicone rubber keypads have UV resistance, resistance to a variety of chemicals, and high durability. They can be used frequently for a long time in harsh conditions such as outdoor and industrial environments without damage or failure.
Support backlight
Flexible design options for silicone rubber keypads also include a variety of backlight solutions. Usually, uniform backlighting of keys is achieved by combining or placing materials such as LED/light guide film/EL on their back.
Through the above, you can more clearly understand the five main functions of silicone rubber keypads. If you are designing keys, you should consider choosing silicone rubber keypads.
