Thermostat for Mercedes-Benz Sprinter: Silicone
This thermostat for the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is specified around silicone, which decides how it behaves in service far more than the part name does. We build to a written specification — base material, dimensions, finish and packing — and hold that specification on file so every reorder reproduces the approved piece.
The usual reason a programme changes supplier is not unit price. It is packing that arrived crushed at the port, or premature wear on the first batch. Both are specification problems, and both are preventable.
Specification
| Product | Thermostat |
|---|---|
| Vehicle application | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter |
| Material / finish | Silicone |
| Typical use | Daily Commuting |
| MOQ | 2,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 7 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 20-40 days after approval |
| Compliance | ISO/TS 16949 |
| Packing | 20 pieces per inner box, 200 per carton |
Material options
- Natural Rubber — used when the finish has to hold a coating
- Tempered Glass — selected when the part is exposed to weather and road salt
- Aluminium Alloy — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Anodised Aluminium — specified where the part sits close to a heat source
- Forged Aluminium — specified where the part sits close to a heat source
Processes available
- shot blasting
- assembly line testing
- ultrasonic cleaning
- rubber vulcanisation
- sintering
- CNC machining
Fitment notes
Keep the old part until the new one is on the bench. Comparing them side by side settles questions a photograph never will.
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for daily commuting. Related applications include construction sites, heavy load hauling, roadside assistance, delivery fleets, motocross.
Quality and packing
- In-line inspection with AQL 2.5 sampling on every lot.
- Dimensional report issued against the approved drawing.
- Carton marking and barcode to your specification.
- Golden sample retained at the factory as the reorder reference.
Questions buyers ask
What is the minimum order quantity?
The standard MOQ is 2000 pieces per specification. Mixed sizes inside one shipment are accepted once the total reaches that figure.
Can the specification be held on file?
Yes. Once approved, the specification is recorded against your part number so a reorder reproduces the ISO/TS 16949-compliant build instead of a fresh interpretation.
Can you match an existing sample?
Send a sample and we will reverse-engineer the specification, then produce a counter sample for approval before any bulk starts.
What testing is included?
Standard lots ship with dimensional and hardness reports. ISO/TS 16949 documentation is issued with the shipment when your market requires it.
Tell us the model, the fitment and the quantity and we will hold a production slot for you.
