![[abrasion resistant testing]](images/sicoat1.jpg) Si Coat ™ is
an abrasion resistant coating system developed by Si Tech Corp. for use in silicone rubber
applications requiring superior wear protection. Si Coat ™ is a tough, wear-resistant
coating offering an outstanding abrasion resistance for elastomer keypad applications.
Under independent lab test using an RCA abrasion wear tester, Si Coat I surpassed by more
than 20 times the standard acceptance criteria for the keyboard/keypad industry. Now, you
can be sure that the Si Tech's rubber keypad will have the same consistent look and feel
with no degradation throughout the life expectancy of your product.
When combining Si Coat I ™ with our proprietary screened silicone inks and Liquid
Injection Molding, we offer you a unique set of features that will assure the right
solution for your product requirements.
![[RCA abrasion testing equipment]](images/testabr.jpg)
Si Coat I offers:
- Tough, wear-resistant coating. Eliminates replacement costs
- Smooth, matte surface finish
- Seamless coating, 100% keypad surface protection
- Coating of irregular shapes
- Can be applied over any graphics/color
- Repel dust
- Homogeneous cross link for permanent bond
- Silicone base for flexibilit
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When your product needs protection for harsh environments or
put in a high usage industrial application, Si Coat I ™ with our silicone keypads is
the solution for your product. Proven success in industries such as:
- Telecommunications
- Medical devices
- Computers
- Laboratory instrumentation
- Point of sales
- Industrial equipment
- Consumer electronics
- Automotive
Si Tech's mission is to insure you receive the finest service and the best possible
product, every time. We have the resources, capabilities and technology to support your
designs.
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| The RCA abrasion Wear Test method provides a reference and comparison data for the
durability abrasion resistance of printed graphics on rubber and plastic keytops. Accepted
standard is a minimum of 35 cycles. |
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