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Our client needed an overlay solution for a backlit electronic device with a challenge ahead for the team. To support lead time requirements and technical resources to prevent light leaks and other optics issues when the part is lit.<br><br>Also, ensuring materials and quality of finished parts meet the handling requirements as this is an actively used device. Learn more about the challenge and the solution we provided by reading the case study.
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Overlay solutions for backlit electronic device | A case study Prepared by, Melrose www.melrosesystems.com
Graphic overlay solution for electronic device www.melrosesystems.com
An overview • A backlit electronic device manufacturer approached us for an overlay solution with certain requirements. • The client raised a challenge, and our job was to find a solution with a reduced delivery schedule. • They need a combination of opacity and translucency to create a specific backlit graphic. www.melrosesystems.com
The challenge • Find a local source to support lead time requirements and as a technical resource to prevent light leaks and other optics issues when the part is lit. • Also, to ensure materials and quality of finished parts meet the handling requirements as this is an actively used device. • Materials to be selected for durability, resistance to cleaning solutions, and hard-coated for abrasion resistance. www.melrosesystems.com
Our solution • Melrose was able to strike the perfect balance of strong opaque print features with the translucency requirements to bring this design to life. • For this purpose, we utilized a combination of engineered materials, screen printed inks, and customer-supplied light source. • Providing a local resource to the client also allowed for quick in-person collaboration to fine-tune the details and hit all the key attributes for the final part design. www.melrosesystems.com
Key Elements Used In The Project • High Optical Clarity, Hard Coated Abrasion-Resistant Clear Film • Screen Printing to Manage Light Transmission, Diffusion, and Isolation • High Power CNC Laser Cutting and Digital Knife Cutting Presses to fabricate within a compressed amount of time, eliminating the lead time associated with hard tooling, and allowing design iteration for maximum flexibility www.melrosesystems.com
Result • The client received an overlay solution for a backlit electronic device. • At Melrose, we believe that solving problems and bringing unique solutions to our clients is imperative to creating value beyond the cost of the part. For more case studies, visit our website: Case studies | Melrose Systems www.melrosesystems.com
Melrose systems Get in touch with us if you’re looking for a reliable manufacturer of membrane switches, silicone rubber keypads, touch screens, display solutions, and overlays. Our specialists are here to support your application and ensure that our products match your requirements. Contact Details: Melrose Nameplate & Label Co., 26575 Corporate Ave, Hayward, CA 94545 Email: sales@melrose-nl.com Contact number: 510-359-5024 www.melrosesystems.com