The P+R Translucent-Legend Key is a precision-engineered composite button featuring a spray-coated surface with laser-carved characters that enable uniform backlight illumination from beneath. The manufacturing process begins with a durable spray coating applied to the keycap surface, followed by precision laser engraving that removes the coating in precise character patterns, allowing LED light from the bottom layer to pass through with exceptional clarity. This combination of spray coating and laser carving ensures that legends remain crisp, wear-resistant, and visually striking over the product's lifetime.
Constructed through precision two-shot injection molding, the rigid plastic base and soft silicone contact layer are bonded seamlessly, delivering both structural stability and comfortable tactile feedback. ES Silicone's advanced laser systems achieve consistent engraving depth and uniform light transmission across every key, making this design ideal for gaming peripherals, automotive interiors, industrial control panels, and consumer electronics where backlight readability is essential in low-light environments.
1. Precision Laser-Carved Translucent Characters for Uniform Backlighting :Advanced laser engraving technology precisely removes the spray coating in character patterns, creating sharp, permanent legends that allow LED light from beneath to transmit uniformly. This process achieves consistent character depth and light transmission across every key, ensuring clear visibility in low-light environments.
2. Durable Spray Coating for Long-Lasting Surface Protection : A high-performance spray coating is applied to the keycap surface before laser engraving, providing resistance against abrasion, fingerprints, and chemical exposure. The coating maintains its integrity even after laser processing, ensuring that the surrounding surface remains protected while the carved characters allow backlight to pass through.
3.Precision Two-Shot Injection Molding for Seamless Integration : The plastic base and silicone contact layer are bonded in a single molding process, eliminating secondary assembly and achieving dimensional tolerances as tight as ±0.02mm. ES Silicone's in-house engineering team conducts comprehensive DFM reviews to optimize mold design and process parameters for consistent quality across high-volume production runs.
1.Industry Compatibility:
Gaming Peripherals :Keyboard backlight keys, mouse side buttons, and controller triggers requiring backlight-compatible legends for dark-room gaming
Automotive Interiors : Dashboard switches, climate control buttons, and steering wheel controls with night-time backlight visibility
Industrial Control Panels :Equipment interfaces, handheld terminals, and emergency stop buttons needing clear legend readability in low-light conditions
Consumer Electronics : Remote controls, smart home interfaces, and wearable devices with premium backlight-compatible keycaps
2.Core Product Application Scenarios:
Gaming Keyboard Backlight Keys :Laser-carved translucent characters with uniform LED backlighting ensure clear legend visibility during extended gaming sessions in low-light environments
Automotive Dashboard Controls :Spray-coated P+R keys with backlight compatibility enable intuitive identification and safe operation of vehicle functions during night-time driving
Industrial Panel Buttons : Durable spray coating protects against chemical exposure while light-transmissive characters ensure clear visibility in variable factory lighting
Smart Home Remote Controls :Backlight-compatible P+R keys with soft tactile feedback enable easy operation of home automation systems in low-light living spaces
1.Fully Customized Products: All ES Silicone products are custom-made based on customer requirements.
2.MOQ Requirements: MOQ varies by product category, structure, and production requirements. Typically, orders start from 100 pieces.
3.Prototype & Mass Production: We support prototype validation before mass production. Reasonable prototype fees apply and may be credited for qualified projects.
4.Engineering Support: Our engineering team provides DFM evaluation to optimize product feasibility and ensure stable production.
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