Polyethylene Foam 1.Thickness ranging from 1mm to 100mm 2.Very Light weight 3.Non-abrasive

Polyethylene Foam

 

Polyethylene Foam is closed cell and produced in cross-linked or non cross-linked versions. Cross linked foams are superior in physical properties.

 

Polyethylene Foam is strong resilient closed cell foam, used for a variety of applications. Cross-linked versions are longer lasting and physical properties are much better. A wide range of densities and hardness’s are available too. Available in Rolls, Sheets or cut to size or shape. There are many thicknesses and densities available ranging from special 0.2mm grades to virtually any thickness up to 100mm. Thicker sections can be created by lamination.

 

(1)Water durable: Closed-cell foam, non-water-absorbing, moisture-proof.

(2) Rot resistant: Seawater, oil, acid and alkali durable; antibacterial, safe, odorless and non-polluting.

(3) Easy processing: Continuous; easy hot-press shaping, casting, gluing and joining.

(4) Shockproof :Good flexibility and anti-hardening; excellent shockproof and cushion capability.

(5) Heat preservation: Excellent heat insulation, anti-cold, non-frosting and insulation enduring capabilities.

(6) Sound insulation: Closed-cell foam, good sound insulation capability.

Closed CellVery LightweightNon-abrasiveEasy to fabricateNon-dustingSuperb strength and tear resistanceExcellent shock absorption & vibration dampening propertiesFlexibilityImpervious to mildew, mold, rot, and bacteriaResistant to water, chemicals, solvents & greaseCFC freeRecyclableOdorlessExcellent buoyancyVery cost-effectiveExcellent thermal insulation properties

PE Foam Applications

Correctly foamed polyethylene has a structure of small regular cells. Due to this factor it has a high heat and sound insulation capacity and excellent shock absorbing capability. The building-, packaging- and automotive industry and

the producers of sports- and leisure articles are happy to utilise these excellent properties. PE foams can be produced

in any colour desired. Children highly appreciate the colourful fun toys for swimming pools and three-dimensional puzzles. Their parents and grand parents are more charmed by the comfort of garden seat cushions and knee

protectors. As a result of the excellent heat insulation, PE foams are used for the insulation of central heating pipes.

For the same reason and also for the sound absorption it is used on concrete floors under tiles- or parquet floors.

Again for it sound absorption and heat insulation PE foam sheets are used in buildings as roof insulation, which is growing in popularity

 

Over the last years; so in homes and offices, PE is showing it face more and more.

Also in the packaging industry we see the use of PE foam. Due to the high shock absorbing capability, fragile

glasswork, TV set, audio sets and printers are wrapped in PE foam sheet and in preformed foam blocks.

The producers of sports- and leisure articles have also noticed that PE foam easily intercepts the blows. (Ice)

Hockey players, ice- and roller skaters and skiers are enjoying the comfort of knee-, shin-, elbow- and head

protectors to increase their resilience. On top of that we find PE foam in swimming pools, in childrens playgrounds,

on camping sites, etc where it is used in surf boards, toys, puzzles and camping mats.

The car interior is also covered with a PE foam layer. The automotive industry heats the foamed PE sheets and

moulds them in the desired shape to cover the dashboards, door panels, consoles, boot interiors and handgrips.

Finally a part of the PE foam in cars is unvisible?as it is used as double-sided adhesive tapes for the fixing of

spoilers, rear and front lights, body side protective mouldings, emblems and mirrors.

 

Properties

Closed cellLow Density and lightweightChemically InertExcellent Impact AbsorptionExcellent Chemical ResistanceExcellent UV and Ozone ResistanceExcellent thermal and chemical sterilization Excellent Thermal InsulationTemperature Resistance: above 40C to 90 C

Typical Uses of Polyethylene foams

Floatation & Buoyancy DevicesMedical ApplicationsSeals & GasketsVibration PadsSound InsulationPackaging (Tote Trays, Cushion Packaging Thermal InsulationFrost BlanketsEaves FillersExpansion JointsFloor UnderlayOrthopaedics & Medical Boat FendersPond Covers

Cross Linked Polyethylene Foam is a good-quality foam with a firm feel. 

 

 

Property	Test Method	Values
Density (LB/Cubic Ft.) Compression Strength (PSI): 25% / 50% Tensile (PSI) Elongation (%) Tear (LB/Inch) Compresion Set (%) Max. Water Absorption (LB/Sq.Ft.) Buoyancy (PCF) Min. Temperature Range (°F) Fire Retardant Classification	ASTM D 3575(all)	2.0 6 / 15 39 163 9 21 0.07 55 -110 - 215 UL900, Class 2,Non Fire Retardant

 

Property	Test Method	Values
Density PCFHardness, Durometer Shore 00Compression Deflection (25%) PSICompression SetTensile Strength PSITear Strength lb/inElongation %Resilience %Service Tempurature Degrees FLowHigh ContinuousHigh IntermittentWater Absorption %Maximum Wieght ChangeAccelerated Aging(7 days at 158 Degrees F)Flexibility (180 Degrees without cracking)Apperance changeChange in Compression Deflection %Combustion Characteristics	ASTM D 1056ASTM D 2240ASTM 1056ASTM D 1056ASTM D 412(Die A)ASTM D 624 (Die C)ASTM D 412 (Die A)ASTM D 2632ASTM D 746ASTM D 1056ASTM D 1056FMVSS-302	3 +/- 0.545 +/- 107+/- 2Less Than 25%7010200%35%-70160180less than 5%PASSNONE+/- 30%PASS

 

Polyethylene Foam