6 Differences Between Rubber Feet And Recessed Bumpers

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Rubber feet are different from recessed bumpers in the following ways:

Names
Rubber feet are also referred to as rubber bumpers or self-adhesive feet and bump-ons. Recessed bumpers, on the other hand can be called cabinet feet, equipment feet, screw-on feet and even called rubber bumpers, which is why they are sometimes confused with the self-stick type of bumpers.

Size
In general, rubber feet are smaller than recessed bumpers, although there are a few very large self-adhesive feet manufactured. Self-stick rubber bumpers range from 9.5mm x 3.2mm at their smallest to a conical shaped rubber foot that is 20mm wide and 22.5mm tall.

Material
Self-adhesive rubber feet are usually made of polyurethane while the recessed bumpers are generally made of santoprene thermoplastic rubber, polypropylene or polyethylene. The polyurethane rubber feet are usually more pliable and less dense than the recessed bumpers or cabinet feet. Many cabinet feet also come with an inserted steel support bushing where the screw is inserted and then attached to the equipment.

Adhesion
Small self-stick rubber feet are almost always manufactured with a self-stick glue backing and cabinet feet are for the most part attached with screws or rivets through the steel support bushing.

Applications
Self-adhesive rubber feet can be used for many applications including kitchen and bathroom cabinets, drawers, audio, video, electronics, laptops, notebook computers, other office equipment, cutting boards, furniture, appliances, medical equipment, and wall protection. Recessed bumpers are used for appliances, electronics, industrial equipment, medical equipment, toys, and furniture.

Price
Due to the material and size, self adhesive rubber feet are usually way less expensive than cabinet feet. However, given the material, strength and durability of the cabinet feet, the price is in line with the product.

While they are two different kind of feet, they have some overlapping applications and characteristics. Whatever the application is, it is important to know the differences between the two types of feet.


About the Author:
Jack Thomson is a tech writer for West Florida Components, an online seller of electronic components, parts and supplies with a large selection of rubber feet and recessed bumpers.



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