by marw328_admin | Oct 6, 2026 | Mid-Atlantic Rubber Inc Blogs
Quick Answer What do buyers typically need to know before ordering custom rubber or plastic parts? Most buyers want to know what file format to submit, whether a setup fee or die charge applies, what tolerances are achievable, how long the lead time is, and whether...
by marw328_admin | Sep 1, 2026 | Mid-Atlantic Rubber Inc Blogs
Quick Answer Can you get custom foam cut to 8 inches thick without a die? Yes. Mid-Atlantic Rubber uses water jet cutting to produce custom foam products up to 8 inches thick from a digital drawing file. No die is required, there is no design fee, and there is no...
by marw328_admin | Aug 4, 2026 | Mid-Atlantic Rubber Inc Blogs
Quick Answer What is an overmolded cable assembly? An overmolded cable assembly is a cable or connector where rubber, silicone, or plastic is injection molded directly around the termination point, forming a protective housing that provides strain relief, moisture...
by marw328_admin | Jul 7, 2026 | Mid-Atlantic Rubber Inc Blogs
Quick Answer What is LSR injection molding and when does it make sense? LSR injection molding injects a two-part liquid silicone rubber compound into a heated mold, producing flexible, biocompatible parts with excellent temperature and chemical resistance. It is the...
by marw328_admin | Jun 2, 2026 | Mid-Atlantic Rubber Inc Blogs
Quick Answer What is the difference between water jet and abrasive jet cutting? Pure water jet cutting uses only high-pressure water and is best suited for soft materials like rubber, foam, and sponge. Abrasive jet cutting adds fine garnet particles to the stream,...