Seals for Electric Mobility applications

Innovations in power management and translation to rotary motion frequently push traditional seal choices to the limit. Absolute moisture exclusion, radically extended service intervals, and minimal dynamic drag are the new performance targets we are optimizing for.

Darcoid was the perfect partner for our startup ... (a) great memory was picking up the bag of prototypes on my way to the airport to a Tier 1 supplier in China! Now that was a hustle and only something Darcoid could help pull off! ... Looking forward to working with Jason and his team next time!

Electric Mobility

Urgent need?

If you’re reading this because you have a late-stage seal performance problem please contact us now to troubleshoot and find the best solution. Quickly.  We can ship prototype compression molded seals in two weeks, LSR molded parts in 4-6 weeks, and cut elastomer, plastics and foams/sponges in hours or days.  Stock seals ship same day. 

Critical seal areas on EV sub-assemblies

Critical seal applications in the electric mobility sector include:  absolute moisture exclusion in power inverter units, charge port coupling, output shaft seal efficiency improvements, coolant pumps and manifolds, Hydraulic braking, vehicle ride control and suspension, and low closure force battery enclosure seals.  We’ll keep pace as you iterate with fast prototyping, and support design recommendations with comparative data developed from our Test Bench capability. 

Seal Types

Quality ... drives your brand

Quality comes first with Darcoid.  Nothing moves without Quality’s approval.  Our team is driven to assure zero defects with control plans aligned to your quality process manual  - We secured ISO 9001 registration in 2002 and we continue to innovate, most recently we certified to the IATF 16949:2016 standard.  PPAP supported new product development is key to your manufacturing and end use consistency.  If you’re at all uncertain of your current seal supplier’s commitment to quality take our quick 5 question survey to see where they stand.

Quality

How sure are you?

If you’re visiting this page because you are dealing with recurring quality escapes please contact us and book time with our QA experts.  Our QA team has developed a wealth of seal quality expertise over the years.  We know where and how escapes can happen at every step of the manufacturing process and what controls need to be in place and verified.

The best “million mile” seal for your vehicle

In new product design processes, the integration of the sealing element(s) are frequently overlooked or considered an afterthought. Our technical team at Darcoid is driven to help you develop the best possible seal for your unique application.  Engage with a Darcoid applications engineer as early in your project as possible to assure your project timeline and budget stay on track.

Seal Design

Production is hard - will “Performance Creep” be a wrench in your works?

A critical part of your program’s success is making sure the seal that gets assembled in your product 4 or 5 years from now performs the same as the seal you qualify for production release.  Small omissions or assumptions in your control specs can create major headaches in the future..  Darcoid Applications Engineers will teach you how to control Seal Performance Creep so you can rest easy and focus on developing your next great thing! 

Advanced Specification Support

Your seal on time – wherever in the world you need it.

Our fulfillment and supply chain teams’ mantra is “wherever and whenever you need it, your shipment will be there”. With inventory forward positioned in the USA, Europe and Asia we keep your lines running wherever in the world your product is assembled.  Outside of optimal seal functionality and zero defects, the electric mobility market is highly cost sensitive.  Where commercial issues dictate offshore seal manufacturing our customers take advantage of our extensive network of specialty manufacturers in low cost regions.  Where quality can’t be compromised we work with best in class manufacturers in USA and Europe, who continue to develop automation and efficiencies tuned to your commercial goals.

Fulfillment

Why Darcoid?

Being easy to do business with is critical and everyone in our customer experience team is motivated and empowered to align with your business model to make that happen. 

Darcoid has been in business for 75 years and over that time we have come to recognize one simple truth: The performance of your product is directly related to the quality and reliability of the seal. With those words in mind we continue to innovate and collaborate with customers whose products change the world for the better.   To deliver meaningful and measurable value to your entire organization we have built and deployed the powerful Next Level^® strategy - by deliberately integrating with your teams in quality, seal technology, fulfillment services and growth strategy. True Partnership.  Measured and managed. 

We’re looking forward to earning your trust and becoming your go-to seal solutions provider.

Next Level®

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You need to get your best product designed, validated, specified, ramped and released. We’ve got your back, from concept through zero defect supply programs. It starts with understanding what you need the seal to do. We’re ready to get started.

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