Innovative Technical Solutions for Thermal, Vibration Damping, Energy Control & More

As a 3M™ Preferred Converter and premier distributor of 3M, Aearo Technologies, and Laird, Rathbun is your trusted source for thermal, vibration damping, cushioning, energy control, and more. We offer standard and custom adhesives, fasteners, foams, bushings, and other solutions for clients in demanding industries, including electronics, semiconductors, biotech, LED Lighting, and med-tech.

Based in Fremont, California, we serve clients in the San Francisco Bay Area, Silicon Valley, nationwide, and across the globe.

Quality Thermal Materials, Sound Absorbing Foams & Other Vibration Damping Solutions

At Rathbun, we work hard to maintain up-to-date, sufficient, and cutting-edge product offerings that meet the needs of your unique application. If there’s a product you’re looking for that can’t be found in our inventory, please contact us. We’ll cross-reference most distributor and manufacturer part numbers to find your exact product or an equivalent that provides the performance you need.

3M Thermal Materials

Rathbun is an experienced converter and distributor of 3M thermal materials. We offer an extensive range of products, converting services, and configurations to satisfy any industrial application. Our expert team of converters will work with you to find the best solution for your planned use, such as:

• Antimicrobial Film
• Non-Silicone or Silicone Thermal Solutions
• EMI Products
• Bonding or Single-Coated Tapes
• And much more!

ISOLOSS LS Foam & Other Aearo Technologies Products

Aearo Technologies (formerly E-A-R) is an industry leader in energy-control solutions and specializes in damping, isolation, and vibration control in electronics, vehicles, and other equipment. Rathbun is proud to be a distributor and converter of ISOLOSS LS foams, a specialty product from Aearo Technologies. This high-density polyurethane foam and PORON alternative offer lightweight and flexible solutions for many mechanical problems.

Laird Gap Fillers & Thermal Interface Materials

Laird gap fillers and thermal interface materials keep delicate electronics from overheating during normal operations. Laird’s high-quality products offer advanced protection for most electronic components, parts, or systems.

Custom Converting Services

Rathbun is committed to providing advanced results for your toughest challenges. With your knowledge of your application requirements and our materials and converting expertise, we can create premium quality solutions custom-tailored to your specific application.
Each part we manufacture is stringently tested to meet your functional, dimensional, and environmental requirements, including any applicable governmental or industrial regulations. We will work with you to develop unique solutions for your application and have complete in-house converting capabilities that enable us to produce the custom products you need.

Our 3M Preferred Converting Services Include:

• In-House Laser Cutting
• Custom Die Cutting
• Rotary Die Cutting
• Hot and Cold Lamination
• Kiss Cutting
• Slitting & Rewinding
• Prototype Development

Industries Served by Rathbun's Converting Solutions

As a top supplier of thermal, electronic, cushioning, and vibration-damping materials, customers from a wide range of industrial fields benefit from Rathbun’s customized services. We convert premium materials from Aearo Technologies, Laird, and 3M™ to meet your requirements. Whatever your application demands, Rathbun is ready to help you innovate and overcome the challenges in your industry. Industries served by Rathbun include:

• Aerospace & Military
• Automotive
• Biotech, Medical, & Healthcare
• Industrial Manufacturing
• Technology & Electronics

Contact Rathbun for the Converting Solutions You Need