Rifle Stock

 

Compression Bladder

  • PIERCAN specializes in manufacturing high-temperature natural rubber latex bladders used for rifle stock molding by compressing composite materials.

  • These bladders are also used in the molding process by infusing fabrics with liquid resin.

obtaining a composite part with a bladder

To mold a composite part, an inflatable device is used (bladder) in a negative mold to ensure compression during the curing of the composite part.

  1. Dipping: High-temperature natural rubber bladder is produced during the dipping process.

  2. Drape forming: Carbon fiber fabric layers are placed around the bladder inside an aluminum negative mold.

  3. Curing: After the mold is closed, the bladder is inflated to compress the material inside the mold while the part is curing.

  4. Mold Removal: Once the curing is complete, the bladders are deflated or vacuumed and the aluminum mold is opened; the bladder is removed and the rifle composite part is sent to finishing.

Product Customization: Your Needs are our Priority!

PIERCAN manufactures a range of elastomer parts and is capable of supporting every stage of your rifle stock project. From design to the manufacturing process, our experts can offer the appropriate solution.

PIERCAN’S STRENGTHS

  • Thickness control of the composite layer

  • Control of inner shapes and dimensions

  • Reduced manufacturing cost

  • Innovative complex shapes

  • Smooth surface finish

  • Reusable bladders (3-5 times)

  • Welding seam free

Advantages of High-temperature natural rubber

  • Able to re-use rifle stock bladders multiple times

  • Good mechanical and elastic properties (elongation break at 500%)

  • Resistance to high temperature (150C/300F)

  • Resistance to pressure (500 PSI)

  • Ability to manufacture custom rifle stock bladders to your specific design