What are Rubber Grommets ?
Rubber grommets are small, flexible components made from rubber materials, commonly used to protect cables, wires, pipes, or other items passing through a hole. They act as protective barriers between the item passing through the hole and the surrounding surface, preventing abrasion, wear, and damage. Grommets are widely used in various industries, including automotive, electrical, and industrial manufacturing, to ensure a safe and smooth passage for cables or pipes, while reducing friction and noise.
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Common Types of Rubber Grommets:
- Firewall Grommet: Used in automotive applications, firewall grommets protect wiring and cables passing through the firewall of a vehicle.
- Wire Grommets / Cable Grommets: These are used to protect wires or cables passing through holes in walls, enclosures, or machinery.
- Pipe Grommet: Designed for sealing pipes or tubing passing through walls or panels, preventing leaks and damage.
- Silicone Grommets: These are used in more specific applications where high temperature resistance and flexibility are required.
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How Do You Size Rubber Grommets?
Sizing rubber grommets requires measuring both the inner diameter (ID) and outer diameter (OD) of the grommet, as well as the thickness of the rubber.
- Inner Diameter (ID): This measurement corresponds to the diameter of the hole the grommet will be inserted into. It should be a snug fit to ensure the grommet stays in place.
- Outer Diameter (OD): The outer diameter is the overall width of the grommet that will cover the hole's edge, providing protection and sealing.
- Thickness: The thickness of the grommet material determines how much cushioning and protection it provides. A thicker grommet offers better protection and insulation.
What Are the Three Different Types of Grommets?
There are three main types of grommets based on their function and application:
- Standard Grommets: These are the most common type and are used for general-purpose applications like protecting wires, cables, and hoses passing through panels and walls.
- Waterproof Grommets: These grommets have a special design that helps prevent water or moisture from entering the hole. They are commonly used in outdoor, automotive, and industrial applications.
- Vibration-Damping Grommets: These grommets are designed to reduce the transmission of vibrations, which is important in machinery and automotive applications to minimize wear and tear.
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OEM Silicone Molding Service
Mold |
Molding Process |
Injection molding, mold processing |
Mould type |
Precision Injection Mold, compression molds |
Machines |
350T vacuum pressing machine and other pressing machine at 300T,250T and so on |
Tooling equipment |
Rubber tension tester, Rubber vulcanization instrument, Durometer, calipers, ageing oven |
Cavity |
1~400 cavities |
Mould Life |
300,000~1,000,000 times |
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Production |
Production capacity |
finish each mold of product in 3 minutes and working on 3 shifts within 24 hours |
Mold lead time |
15~35 days |
Sample lead time |
3~5 days |
Production time |
usually 15~30 days, should be confirmed before order |
Loading port |
zhong shan |
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Melon Rubber&Plastic is specializing in the manufacturing of precision rubber ring, silicone ring,ring and industrial rubber products over ten years experience; including rubber gaskets, rubber grommets& Bushings, rubber diaphragms, rubber section cups, one way check sealing valves, rubber stoppers, rubber plugs, rubber caps, silicone parts manufacturing and custom made seal rings.
Even If you do not have a technical drawing, Melon Rubber&Plastic has the ability to reverse engineer your product for you directly from a sample. From simple to highly complex rubber shapes, we takes pride in our ability to consistently produce accurate molded rubber products guaranteed to meet your exact specifications and function perfectly within your application.
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