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Suction Cups Pricing and Costs

Determine how much money you should be spending on suction cups

By Emily Lugg
Suction cups are made for a variety of uses. There are many things to take into consideration when purchasing suction cups including your budget. It is important to asses how many suction cups you will need, how long they will last, and how much weight each can hold when assessing suction cups pricing and costs. It is better to purchase a better quality suction cup upfront rather then having to replace the suction cup and whatever was hanging from it when it gives out. Although most suction cups can be purchased for less than $1, it is still important to set an appropriate budget for suction cups.

When comparing suction cups pricing and costs, you need to take into account several factors. Find the answers to the following before making a suction cups purchase:

1. How large do you need your suction cups to be and how does size factor in to suction cups pricing and costs?

2. Is there a shape and style of suction cup that is best suited for your job?

3. Do you need suction cup accessories in order for your suction cups to function efficiently?

 

Decide on suction cup size

Typical small rubber suction cups cost between $0.05 and $0.22 a piece when ordered by the hundred. They cost between $0.50 and $1 when purchased singularly. The variation in price depends on the size, accessories, and how many rubber suction cups you purchase at a time. When researching information about suction cups and setting your suction cup budget, try and think long term. The more suction cups you purchase at a time, the more money you will save.
Try: Popco details several different sizes of suction cups. Sticky Pod gives some suction cup information that may help you asses what you need out of a suction cup.

Choose a shape and style of suction cup

Depending on how you plan on using industrial suction cups you may need a variety of shapes and styles. The typical glass or window suction cups do cost just pennies, but the term "suction cup" can also encompass large automobile suction cups for replacing windshields as well as home improvement suction cups for removing tiles. These types of suction cups run between $15 and $70, depending on the size and application.
Try: PIAB describes the best types of suction cups for various surfaces. Northern Tool and Equipment shows what an industrial professional suction cup can do.

Decide what suction cup accessories you will need

There are different accessories you will need when you buy suction cups from suction cup manufacturers that may be necessary for the best function of your suction cup including hooks and springs. Each accessory can influence the price of your suction cup by several cents a piece. An added spring can cost up to $0.65 a piece for typical rubber suction cups for sale.
Try: Hang-Ups Unlimited shows pictures of what various suction cup accessories look like. Anver can help you choose the right suction cup for any job.

 

  • Keep in mind your purposes for an industrial suction cup when choosing a suction cup manufacturer. The manufacturer may be able to offer you a deal based on volume or give advice on the best options for your particular purposes.

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