Rubber Bellows For Electronics
Keep your electronics safe and protected with high-performing, long-lasting rubber bellows from Custom Quality Manufacturing. For over 20 years, we have proudly designed and manufactured high-quality custom-made rubber bellows for electronics.
Our rubber bellows are expertly engineered, skillfully crafted, and rigidly tested to your exact specifications and provide the protection protect your electronics from dust, water, oil, grease, acids, bleaches, splatter, shock, and more.
Rubber Bellow Applications
CQM’s expert engineers work closely with you to design, develop, and deliver the exact rubber bellow that you require. We utilize special manufacturing techniques including rubber compression molding and rubber injection molding to provide you with the best product for your equipment.
We understand that the electronics industry often requires tight-tolerance seals to protect sensitive gages and instruments. Our engineers will work with you to develop a custom bellows for your specific application including:
- Bumpers
- Electronic tubing and seals
- Rubber grommets
- Sealing strips
- Vibration isolation mounts
- And many more…
Materials
Some of the common materials we utilize to manufacturing our rubber bellows include:
| Name | Abbreviation | Tensile Strength | Elongation at the Break | Rebound Resilience | Tear Strength/Tear Resistance | Abrasion Resistance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silicone | Si | Satisfactory | Good | Good | Satisfactory | Not Satisfactory |
| Nitrile (BUNA-N) | NBR | Good | Good | Satisfactory | Satisfactory | Very Good |
| Natural Rubber | NR | Very Good | Very Good | Very Good | Very Good | Satisfactory |
| Chloroprene (Neoprene) | CR | Good | Good | Satisfactory | Good | Satisfactory |
| Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM) | EPDM | Satisfactory | Satisfactory | Good | Satisfactory | Satisfactory |
FAQs
Why are rubber bellows important for electronic equipment?
Rubber bellows help protect sensitive electronic components from contaminants such as dust, water, oils, chemicals, and debris that could affect performance or reliability.
Can rubber bellows be customized for electronic devices?
Yes. Custom rubber bellows can be manufactured to match the size, movement, operating conditions, and protection requirements of specific electronic equipment.
What environmental conditions can electronic rubber bellows withstand?
Depending on material selection, rubber bellows can be designed to resist moisture, oils, grease, chemicals, splatter, vibration, and other demanding operating conditions.
Do rubber bellows help extend the lifespan of electronics?
Yes. By preventing contaminants from reaching sensitive components, rubber bellows help reduce wear, improve reliability, and support longer equipment service life.
What industries commonly use custom rubber bellows for electronics?
Custom rubber bellows are used in industrial automation, medical devices, manufacturing equipment, testing systems, robotics, and other applications where electronic components require reliable environmental protection.
The CQM Difference
The entire CQM Team is committed to meeting your electronics molded rubber bellow needs. We have the experience, the expertise, and the equipment to provide you with complete service from the initial design to post-delivery follow-up to ensure full customer satisfaction.
For more information on our custom molded rubber bellows for the electronics industry, contact the team at CQM, Inc. today. We are your perfect protective cover partner.
Contact us today or give us a call at 866-601-3527!