{"id":7551,"date":"2024-07-18T05:50:25","date_gmt":"2024-07-18T05:50:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/monroeaerospace.com\/blog\/?p=7551"},"modified":"2024-07-20T05:16:01","modified_gmt":"2024-07-20T05:16:01","slug":"how-to-choose-a-grommet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/monroeaerospace.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-a-grommet\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose a Grommet"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Grommets offer a simple and effective way to protect parts from friction-related damage. Also known as eyelets, they are commonly used with cables. Rather than running a cable directly over a sharp edge, such as the back of a desk, you can run the cable through a grommet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grommets are typically soft. Even if a cable or wire rubs against the inside of a grommet, it won’t wear down. The soft properties of grommets will protect cables and wires from friction-related damage. If you’re planning to use a grommet, however, you’ll need to choose the right one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Material<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Grommets are available in different materials. Because they are designed to protect parts from friction-related damage, you should choose a grommet made of a soft material. Synthetic rubber is a popular material for grommets. It’s a type of artificial elastomer that’s made from petroleum byproducts. When made of synthetic rubber, grommets are soft, elastic and durable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chemical Resistance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Depending on where you intend to use it, you may want to choose a chemical-resistant grommet. Grommets used in commercial applications are often exposed to chemicals like oils and solvents. Chemicals such as these can quickly degrade grommets, and once degraded, a grommet may fail to protect the cable or wire running through it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are chemical-resistant grommets, such as silicone rubber grommets, that can withstand chemicals. They won’t melt, deform or otherwise degrade when exposed to chemicals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Groove Size<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Don’t overlook the groove size when choosing a grommet. Most grommets aren’t entirely flat and smooth on the sides. Instead, they have a shallow groove. This groove allows grommets to fit securely in cutouts. You can cut a hole with a notch in the equipment with which you want to install a grommet. You can then place the grommet in this hole. The groove will align with the hole’s notch to create a secure fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hole Size<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In addition to the size of the groove, you should consider the size of the hole when choosing a grommet. It reflects the size of the open space or hole in the center of the grommet. A large hole size means you’ll be able to run large cables or wires through the grommet. Keep in mind, though, that grommets with a large hole size will require a large cutout for installation. Measure the diameter of the hole and choose a grommet that fits snugly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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