Foams And Sponges

• What is the application sealing?
• What density does the application require?
• What is the temperature requirement?
• Is there a compression set requirement?
• To which elements will it need to be resistant (chemical, ozone, UV)?

Silicone St. Gobain 
R10460

When determining which foam or sponge product best suits your application, ask yourself the following:

Foams and sponges are used in almost every industry for a variety of different functions. While foams and sponges are two different material types, they have many similar traits.  Generally speaking, foams have an open-celled structure and are plastic based while sponges have a closed-cell structure and are rubber based.  However, there are exceptions to those guidelines.  Whether you are looking for insulation, absorption, or sealing and gasketing, there is bound to be a perfect product for you.

Foam and Sponge Applications