Why Toy Makers Prefer Custom Silicone Keyboards

Silicone keyboards are safe for children

Safety is the top priority when designing children’s items and custom silicone keypads offer advantages over other control technologies and materials. Silicone can be formed into smooth curves, without leaving the sharp edges or hard corners that other materials can produce. These shapes are not only softer for the hands of the young, but also pleasant for the eyes of the young.

Silicone does not contain dangerous chemicals like BPA or phthalates, which are found in many plastics used in toys. This inert material does not emit noxious fumes or react with chemicals. It is hypoallergenic and does not contain open pores where bacteria can accumulate. Silicone surfaces are easy to clean and stay germ free. It is a safe and hygienic material and offers a series of advantages for products suitable for children.

Toys resist environmental damage

Children are not as careful with electronic products as adults, and environmental resistance is an important feature of custom silicone keyboards. Parents don’t want to replace a toy the first time their child knocks over a soda can. Molded keyboards are made from a single piece of silicone rubber, so spilled liquids don’t have access to internal components. A spilled drink could spell disaster for electronics, but not if it spills on a silicone keyboard.

The sealed design of these keyboards also protects it from other elements. Dust and dirt cannot get in to damage the delicate parts inside. If the toy is left outside, exposure to the sun and light rain won’t ruin the parent’s investment. Your customers will appreciate the reliability of your toys even when exposed to harsh environments.

Electronic devices as tough as the kids who use them

Electronic toys need to be designed to be shock and wear resistant, and custom silicone keyboards fill that need. The single-mold design and strong, flexible silicone mean keys won’t break even if the device is handled roughly or dropped on the pavement. They stand up to hundreds of hours of heavy use instead of breaking the first day out of the box.

Additional treatments are available for custom silicone keyboards to make them even more durable. Extra resistant coatings increase resistance to abrasion and excessive wear. Other coatings improve its resistance to environmental damage. With these protections, there is no harm a child can cause that your product cannot withstand.

Best of all, custom silicone keyboards are inexpensive. Manufacturers looking to balance cost-effective manufacturing with strong, reliable components will be pleased with the effectiveness and durability of silicone keypads for their electronic toys and games.