Robots are machines that are programmed to perform complex tasks in challenging environments such as factories, hospitals, or deep-sea exploration. The hardware is typically made of rigid metals and plastics, but elastomers and soft plastics provide sealing, insulation, and shock absorption. There are also EMI shielded elastomers that can protect internal electromagnetic interference. Darcoid provides a wide array of sealing solutions as well as elastomeric and plastic components.
There are many rubber material families and within a material family there are also compounds that are formulated for specific purposes such as compression set resistance, internal lubrication, and so forth. It is important to choose the right material for your application and Darcoid can help you find exactly what you need.
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Material |
Properties |
Uses |
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Silicone |
High flexibility, thermal stability, biocompatibility |
Grippers, gaskets, medical grade environmental seals |
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EPDM |
Weather/ozone resistance, electrical insulation |
Outdoor seals, boots |
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Nitrile (NBR) |
Oil/fuel resistance |
Gaskets, suction cups, linear actuators |
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Fluorosilicone |
Fuel and solvent resistance, flexibility at low temperatures |
Aerospace robotics |
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Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) |
Low friction, chemically inert, broad temperature range |
Rotating arms and joints, motors/gears, actuators |
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Polyurethane (PU) |
Abrasion resistance, mechanical strength |
Wheels, bushings, gripper pads |
Electromagnetic interference (EMI) can disrupt electrical circuitry which could affect normal operation of electronic devices. This interference can degrade performance, cause malfunctions, or even lead to data corruption in sensitive circuits. This is where EMI shielding gaskets play a critical role in preventing those issues.
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Robotic Subsystem |
EMI Shielding |
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Control cabinets |
Panel seals, enclosure doors |
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Servo motors |
Housing seams, cable shielding |
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Sensors (e.g., LiDAR, cameras) |
Sensor covers, mounting points |
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Communication ports |
Connector gaskets |
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Antennas and power systems |
Radio frequency shielding |
Darcoid can help you with your sealing needs in robotics from early stages to the end of the product lifecycle.