Polyethylene Foam

PE foam is closed cell foam made from polyethylene and blended copolymers. It has a high level of chemical cross-linking. The result is a smooth fine-cell foam sheet suitable for many situations. The benefits of Polyethylene foam include:

Impact and vibration absorption
Weather and chemical resistance including splash resistance to oils and fuels
Acoustic and thermal insulation properties
Buoyancy with low water absorption
Suitability for thermo-forming and thermo-moulding

More About Polyethylene Foam

Polyethylene can be supplied in various colours

Polyethylene is similar to EVA; however, it is a firmer product with a better compression set and greater resistance to heat. Importantly, PE foam is more cost-effective than EVA. It’s also available in thicker sheets and a range of density from 30 to 250 kg/m3.

Polyethylene Foam is formed in a mould, resulting in a sheet of foam known as a bun. The maximum length, width and thickness vary depending on the foam density. We can provide sheets, blocks or strips. Additionally, we can fabricate the foam into shapes and profiles.

PE Foam Density & Sheet Size Chart

Product – Density	Sheet Size	Max Thickness
PE30 – 30kg/m3	2400 x 1200mm	100mm
PE40 – 40kg/m3	2400 x 1200mm	100mm
PE60 – 60kg/m3	2400 x 1200mm	100mm
PE80 – 80kg/m3	2000 x 1000mm	90mm
PE120 – 120kg/m3	2000 x 1000mm	50mm
PE180 – 180kg/m3	1090 x 970mm	20mm
PE250 – 250kg/m3	1000 x 890mm	25mm

Popular Uses for Polyethylene Foam

Polyethylene foam cut into complex shapes

PE foam is a versatile closed cell foam suiting a range of applications. It’s an effective replacement for many materials including felt, neoprene, natural rubber, polyurethane foam, PVC foam, wood composites, mineral wool and fibreglass.

Our customer Summit Gear uses PE foam for hip and shoulder padding in the hiking packs they manufacture. Another example is Techpack Solutions, who create engineered packaging solutions and case inserts from polyethylene foam.

Appliances

Gaskets
Vibration Pads

Entertainment Industry

Costume Creation
Cosplay
Set and props

Automotive

Gaskets and Seals
Carpet Underlay
Headliners
Interior Padding

Building

Nail Washers
Expansion Joints
Glazing Seals
Eaves Fillers
Impact Sound Deflect
Insulation

Marine

Deck Tread
Life Jackets
Life Buoys
Fenders
Oil Boom Floats
Cockpit Cushions

Electronics

Work Station Mats
Shock Absorbing Pads

Health Care

Splinting
Cervical Collars
Orthopaedic Shoes
Insoles
Exercise Mats
Orthotic Supports

Packing

Cushion Packaging Foam
Corner Pads
Case Inserts
Display Packaging Foam

Sports & Leisure

Trampoline Pads
Buoyancy Aids
Kickboards
Sports Mats
Body Protection
Canoe Seats
Toys and Games
Camping Bedrolls

Footwear

Wedge Soles
Runner
Top Line Padding
Moulded Soles
Orthotics

Specifications

Detailed specifications and test data for our range of Polyethylene foam.

Contact Us

Send an email and let’s discuss your project. We’ll suggest appropriate material and provide samples and a competitive quote.

Other Foam Products

Other products to consider include our range of EVA Foam and Ethafoam.