Caps / Plugs / Custom Molded
Masks |
| Lowest cost alternative. |
Functions well.
Higher cost alternative. |
Functions well.
Costly alternative. |
Functions well.
Costly alternative. |
| Will withstand some low-cure processes. |
Works in most processes at significantly less cost
than Silicone or EPDM. |
Typically only used if Hi-Temp vinyl does not
perform. |
Functions well.
Costly alternative. |
Less effective then
Hi-Temp vinyl. |
Works in some processes especially when using large
masks. One time use. Wash caps to remove any mold release. |
Works in most processes.
Fewer passes than Silicone products. |
Works in nearly every process. Get multiple passes
as powder is easily cracked off. |
| Typically will not withstand bake temperatures. |
Low cost alternative.
Specify industrial wash to eliminate mold release. |
Works in most processes.
Fewer passes than Silicone products. |
Works in nearly every process. Get multiple passes
as powder is easily cracked off. |
| Lowest cost alternative, but some chemicals may
break them down. |
N/A |
Great chemical reistance makes these a safe choice
for most plating processes. |
Costly alternative. |
