When user interface durability, chemical resistance, and professional aesthetics are paramount, Pacific Nameplate manufactures custom control panel overlays designed for demanding HMI applications. We produce sub-surface printed polycarbonate, polyester, and rigid metal faceplates for equipment builders, medical electronics, and industrial consoles. Every overlay is precision engineered with tight tolerances to align seamlessly with your displays, tactile switches, and enclosure cutouts.
We utilize second-surface screen printing and high-resolution digital imaging to lock colors and legends beneath durable optical films, ensuring complete protection from chemical washdowns, finger oils, and abrasive wear. Features include custom key embossing, dead-front graphics, transparent or smoke tinted LED windows, and selective 3M industrial adhesives designed for permanent, bubble-free adhesion to cast metals or molded plastic enclosures.
Sub-Surface Printing for Lifetime Protection
Graphics, dial graduations, and branding are screen printed or digitally printed on the second surface (underneath), shielding ink entirely from surface abrasion.
Eliminates ink flaking, scratch damage, and surface wear caused by repetitive operator contact and harsh cleaning solvents.
Precision CNC & Laser Die-Cutting
Tolerances within ±0.005″ for display cutouts, LED windows, toggle switches, potentiometers, and mechanical pushbuttons.
Custom dead-front indicators, transparent display windows, and textured or anti-glare window finishes for bright outdoor environments.
Tactile Embossing & Selective Adhesives
Rim embossing, pillow embossing, or dome keys for tactile operator feedback over membrane and mechanical switches.
Selective 3M adhesive application leaving switch cavities, display apertures, and LED indicator windows completely adhesive-free.
Our custom control panel faceplates provide reliable human-machine interface (HMI) operation across key industries:
Industrial Automation & Machinery: Operator console front panels, CNC machine interfaces, and motor drive controllers.
Medical & Diagnostic Equipment: Sterilizable control interfaces, laboratory monitors, and patient care consoles.
Testing & Measurement Instruments: Dial gauges, calibration meter plates, oscilloscopes, and handheld field testers.
HVAC & Fluid Pumping Stations: Commercial thermostat interfaces, pump controls, and outdoor environmental enclosures.
Pacific Nameplate engineers control panel faceplates using high-performance polymers and rigid metal backplates:
Engineered Polycarbonate (Lexan™): High impact strength, optical clarity, heat stability, and available in textured velvet or matte finishes.
Autotype™ Polyester (PET): Superior chemical, fuel, and flex fatigue resistance; engineered for millions of mechanical switch actuations.
Anodized Aluminum Sub-Panels: Rigid structural aluminum backer plates with pre-mounted standoffs, studs, and cutouts for combined structural assembly.
Pacific Nameplate combines precision polymer printing with custom metal fabrication to provide complete front-panel HMI assemblies. Whether you require rapid turnaround prototypes for field trials or high-volume recurring production runs, our engineering team ensures tight dimensional tolerances and color fidelity. Contact us today with your CAD schematics or artwork files, or request a quote to receive engineer-reviewed pricing within 24 business hours.
Standard Substrates: Polycarbonate (Lexan™), Polyester (Autotype™ PET), Anodized Aluminum
Thickness Range: 0.005″ to 0.030″ (flexible films); up to 0.125″ (rigid aluminum backplates)
Printing Technology: Sub-surface Screen Printing, High-Definition UV Digital Printing
Surface Textures: Velvet, Matte, Gloss, Anti-Glare, Fine Brushed
Custom Features: Rim/Pillow Key Embossing, Dead-Front LED Windows, Display Cutouts, Tinted Filters
Adhesive Systems: Selective 3M 467MP, 468MP, or 3M 300LSE for low surface energy plastics