EVA Polyethylene Foam Rolls
Advanced Seals & Gaskets Ltd manufacture and supply rolls of Polyethylene foams in a range of grades, densities and colours, one of which includes Expanded Closed Cell Cross Linked EVA Polyethylene foams in 30kg and 45kg densities. These Polyethylene foams in standard and EVA grades are often referred to as Block Foam, EVA Block Foam or EVA PE Foam. EVA Polyethylene foams are a cross linked material which look virtually identical to standard Polyethylene, however these EVA foams are stronger and more resilient due to the EV OR ethylene vinyl acetate content. EVA Polyethylene foam is produced by a copolymerization reaction between vinyl acetate and ethylene, resulting in a versatile material which can be used as an alternative to other materials such as PVC and Polyurethane foams.
EVA Polyethylene foam is manufactured and stocked in block or ‘bun’ form, rolls of EVA PE foam are made by joining 2 metre x 1 metre sized blocks of material into continuous lengths - usually 10 metres long . These joined blocks are fed through our state of the art splitting machines, which can quickly and accurately produce rolls at various thicknesses starting from as little as 1.5mm,and supplied in lengths of up to 100 metres (depending on thickness), with standard rolls offered at 10 metres long.
As we offer in-house conversion and lamination services, we can not only split materials down, we can also laminate layers together to produce non-standard thicknesses or composite rolls and sheets using layers of different materials, as well as being able to apply self adhesives or foil facings. Our facilities house a number of presses, log cutters, strippers, bandsaws, CNC machines and coaters, which can be used to produce a number of EVA foam products including gaskets, washers, strips, pads and fabrications, all of which can be cut from rolls of PE foam.
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Characteristics of EVA Polyethylene Foam
- Colours: Black & White available as standard
- Density: 30kkg / 45kg
- Block Size: 2m x 1m - which can be joined to produce rolls up to 100 meters long
- Cell Structure: closed cell
- Temperature Range: -40℃ - +80℃
- Tensile Strength (approx): - ≥ 350 kPa (30kg)≥ 500 kPa (45kg)
- Elongation at Break: ≥ 200 % (30kg)≥ 250 % (45kg)
- Tear Resistance: ≥ 12 N/cm (30kg)
- ≥ 20 N/cm (45kg)
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What are EVA Polyethylene Foam Rolls?
EVA PE foam is manufactured in 2 meter long x 1 meter wide sized blocks, which are glued and butted together using heat. These joined blocks are then fed through one of our state of the art splitters, which work by setting the blade to peel off the desired thickness of foam which is then hand rolled by the operator around core until the full length of material is ready. EVA PE foam is a crosslinked Polyethylene foam, crosslinking is a manufacturing process that makes the foam more resistant to many substances including chemicals, Ethylene-vinyl acetate, or EVA is a co-polymer of ethylene and vinyl acetate with a very fine closed cell structure that is impervious to air and liquids. The cross linking combined with the EVA additive also produces a lighter and more elastic material which has better recovery from stretching and compression, which is smoother in appearance in comparison to standard PE foam.
Why use EVA Polyethylene Foam Rolls?
EVA polyethylene foam rolls can be split fro blocks of 30kg or 45kg densities and colours, they are tough flexible, and have a closed cell structure that is impenetrable to air and moisture, meaning it will not absorb liquids or allow them to pass through, also resistant to many chemicals. Although softer than some other plastazote and polyethylene foam rolls, those manufactured using Evazote are more resilient and durable enabling them to absorb impact and pressure without deteriorating or tearing.
Components cut from EVA rolls can be found widely used within the building and construction industries where they are used to create spacers, seals and expansion joints, they can also be used to cut one of hundreds of other products such as shoe insoles and swimming floats or boat fenders. Components cut from EVA foams are used in applications to fill gaps and irregularities between uneven surfaces, provide a solution to unwanted rattles, noise, vibrations, to seal against air, gas, dust and liquids, and can also be used to cushion between moving parts to reduce friction and damage to components and equipment.
EVA foam rolls can be easily be compressed, which is a requirement in order for seals and gaskets cut from these rolls to work effectively, as they need to compress and fill the entire space to create a pressure and air tight protective seal Evazote foams offer vibration and impact absorption, resistances to chemicals and weather/environmental influences, thermal insulation and acoustical properties and buoyancy.
Different Grades of Polyethylene Available
Having a network of manufacturers and suppliers, allows ASG to offer a full range of polyethylene materials, many of which are readily available from stock for a quick turnaround. Below is just a selection of some of our popular polyethylene material types we can offer:
- Anti static
- Ethafoam
- EEV foam
- Flame retardant
- Chemically cross linked
- Plastazote (densities from 15kg to 70kg)
- Stratocell
Benefits of using EVA Polyethylene Foam Rolls
- Lightweight & durable
- Good impact, vibration and shock absorbing properties
- Water repellent and buoyant
- Excellent chemical, solvent, grease and fluid resistance
- Good thermal and acoustic insulation
- Easy to cut, convert & shape
Advantages of using EVA Polyethylene Foam Rolls
EVA Polyethylene foam rolls offer countless advantages and can be found in most industries for a range of applications, Polyethylene foam is a man-made material, designed to suit a range of requirements and is available in a choice of grades, densities and colours.
EVA PE foam has a closed cell structure meaning components cut from these rolls of material can be used in sealing applications against liquid, gases and particles. EVA Polyethylene foams are designed to suit a range of requirements offering features such as being odourless, lightweight, buoyant making EVA PE foams a popular choice for the production of sealing and cushioning parts which require excellent recovery from repetitive impact and compression.
Other properties held by rolls of Polyethylene EVA foam include resistance to wear and tear and a working temperature range of -40°C to +80°C. It also offers excellent mechanical characteristics including noise and vibration control, shock absorption and can be used for thermal insulation. EVA Polyethylene foam is aesthetically pleasing, with a nice texture which is easy to fabricate, laminated and cut into parts using a range of techniques and processes for use within the building and construction, HVAC, automotive, sports equipment, footwear, packaging and sports industries.
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