Rubber Stamping

Rubber stamping is done by creating letter and number combinations using stamps, then applying directly onto an enclosure or part using permanent ink.

rubber stamping

Ink Colors

• Black
• White

Sizing

Characters on rubber stamps measure approximately 0.150" (3.81mm) tall.

The stamp bodies themselves measure 0.157" (3.99mm) wide by 0.279" (7.09mm) tall.

Information Required When Placing an Order

When placing an order wherein you require rubber stamping, please ensure you provide us with all of the information we need:

• Characters to be stamped
• Specific location of the text (in particular, the location of the first character)

Tolerances

Part Marking ProcessTolerance
Laser Marking
0.020" | 0.508mm
Engrave and Fill
0.020" | 0.508mm
Dot Peening Positional
0.125" | 3.18mm
Rubber Stamp
0.25" | 6.35mm
Etching
0.005" | 0.13mm

MIL-STD-130

Rubber Stamping is a permanent marking method for applications requiring MIL-STD-130 (Table II).

This standard provides criteria for the selection of the application process, as well as all other specific requirements that will be part of the deliverable item, such as marking protocol, content, font size, type, location, etc.

MIL-STD-130

Simply stating in the product definition data that the marking be in accordance with MIL-STD-130 is not sufficient. The item identification marking requirements must be determined by the Design and/or Acquiring Activity in their contractual instruments, and tailored to meet the needs of their specific application.

ProtoSpace is recognized solely and exclusively as the Manufacturer.

The customer is recognized as the Design Activity. They retain full design and quality assurance control, as well as full responsibility to the acquiring activity for the delivered product.

Cleaning Instructions

Please use soap and water only to clean parts with rubber stamping.

Using chemicals or alcohol-based cleaners can and will damage the stamp.

Let's Get Started

We believe the onboarding process should be as simple and hassle-free as possible.

Our team can process all of your paperwork to get the ball rolling in order to serve your custom manufacturing needs.