Foam Types

There are many different types of foam available in the market and it can be difficult to know what to choose for a certain application. This page is a resource to learn about the different types of foam offered here at FoamOnline and their primary applications. We also provide the datasheet specifications for foam, containing the technical information about the characteristics and safe storage for foam sold here at FoamOnline. We make it easy for our consumers to order the correct foam type for their projects.

Available Foam:

  1. Charcoal Foam
  2. Closed Cell Foam
  3. Dry Fast Foam
  4. High Density Foam
  5. High Resilience Foam
  6. Latex Foam
  7. Lux Foam
  8. Memory Foam
  9. Polyurethane Foam
  10. Rebond Foam
Dry Fast FoamFoamonline.com

Dry Fast Foam

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Description:

Dry Fast Foam is very good for outdoor uses. It is non-water absorbent and won’t mold, rot or mildew. It is very resilient and buoyant, with an open-cell structure. Dry Fast Foam is used for filtering or padding that is subject to high amounts of liquid.

Specifications:

Quality: Excellent.
Weight: 1.80 lb. per cubic ft.
Density: 1.80 lb. per cubic ft.
Cell Structure: Open.
Longevity: Approximately 8 years.
Color: Beige.
Flammability Rating: Non-treated. If ignited, this product will burn and consume oxygen.
TEST MIN MAX UNITS
Pore Size (Visual): 15 30
Density: 1.80 lbs/ft³
Tensile: 20 psi
Elongation: 100 %
Tear: 2.0 lbs/in
IFD 25% R: 30 35 lbs
Compression Set 50%: 15 %
Closed Cell FoamFoamonline.com

Closed Cell Foam

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Description:

Closed Cell Foam is non-water absorbent, non-biodegradable, floats, has great tensile strength, and is impervious to petroleum. Closed Cell Foam is used in exercise mats, high-impact aerobic equipment, and mechanic’s box lining. It is a good thermal insulator (hot tub covers).

Specifications:

Quality: Excellent.
Weight: 2.0 lb. per cubic ft.
Density Range, PCF:
(ASTM D1667)		 1.5 – 2.5
Cell Structure: Closed.
Longevity: Approximately 15 years.
Color: Black.
Compressive Strength, psi:
(ASTM D1056)
@25% Deflection
@50% Deflection		 5 – 8
14 – 18
Compression Set:
% of Original Thickness
(ASTM D395)		 20% Max
Tensile Strength, psi:
(ASTM D1564)		 30 – 50
Elongation, % to Break:
(ASTM D1564)		 130 – 180
Tear Resistance, lb/in:
(ADTM D624)		 7 – 13
Water Absorption, lb/ft²
of Cut Surface, Max:
(Mil P-40619)		 0.07
Buoyancy, lb per cubic ft.:
(Mil P-40619) (USCG)		 55
Temperature Range F: -110 to +225
Flammability Rating: Non-treated. If ignited, this product will burn and consume oxygen.
Memory FoamFoamonline.com

Memory Foam

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Description:

Memory Foam, also known as Viscoelastic Foam, is a high-quality foam that conforms to your body shape. Memory foam was developed for space shuttle seating and is currently used for mattresses and therapeutic applications.

Specifications:

Quality: Excellent.
Weight: 3.0 lb. per cubic ft.
Density: 3.0 lb. per cubic ft.
Cell Structure: Open.
Longevity: Approximately 10 years.
Color: White.
25% IFD: 12.0 ± 3.0 lb.
Flammability Rating: CA TB 117-2013 and FAR 25.853(B).
Polyurethane FoamFoamonline.com

Rebond Foam

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Description:

Rebond Foam is used for carpet padding, weight equipment, motorcycle seats, and other covered padding. Rebond Foam is very resilient and stands up to high impact/usage.

Specifications:

Quality: Excellent.
Weight: 5.0 lb. per cubic ft.
Density lb. per cubic ft.: 5.0 lb. per cubic ft.
Cell Structure: Open.
Longevity: Approximately 12 years.
Color: White.
Sag Factor: Less than 1.8
Tensile Strength, lbs/sq. in.: 10.0
Resilience %: greater than 75%
Compression set,
90%, 22 hrs., 158° F:		 Less than 10%
Flammability Rating CA TB 117-2013.
Charcoal FoamFoamonline.com

Charcoal Foam

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Description:

Charcoal Foam is used primarily in cases, such as computer, camera, and gun cases. Charcoal Foam is also used for packing and shipping, acoustical dampening, and soundproofing.

Specifications:

Quality: Medium.
Weight: 1.8 lb. per cubic ft.
Density lb. per cubic ft.: 1.8 lb. per cubic ft.
Cell Structure: Open.
Longevity: Approximately 6 years.
Color: Charcoal.
Indentation Force Deflection, 25%: 85 – 95
Cell Count Per Linear Inch: 38 ± 5
Elongation %: 207%
Tear Strength, lbs/in.: 220
Ball Rebound %: 27 ± 6
Flammability Rating: CA TB 117-2013, FMVSS 302, and NFPA 260.
Latex FoamFoamonline.com

Latex Rubber Foam

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Description:

Latex Rubber Foam is the first type of foam on the market that is non-allergenic and long-lasting. It is used in top-of-the-line products including mattresses, cushions, and pillows.

Specifications:

Quality: Excellent.
Weight: 5.6 lb. per cubic ft.
Density Ranges: 3 lbs/ft³ – 15 lb/ft³
Cell Structure: Open.
Longevity: Approximately 15 years.
Color: White/Yellow.
Flammability Classifications: HMIS Rating = 1, Flash Point Greater Than 400° F
Extinguishing Media: Water stream, spray, or fog. Dry chemicals or foam.
Fire Hazard: If ignited, this product will burn and consume oxygen. This product may produce irritating and toxic by-products during combustion. Self-contained breathing apparatus must be donned when fighting a latex foam fire. The primary health concern of latex foam is the inhalation of fumes that may be generated during combustion.
Note: Latex foam products natural and/or synthetic foam may contain rubbers, synthetic rubbers, and rubber curatives.
High Resilience FoamFoamonline.com

High Resilience Foam

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Description:

High Resilience Foam is used in most types of expensive furniture, including yachting and boating. High Resilience Foam makes for an excellent mattress, as it is very buoyant and resilient.

Specifications:

Quality: Excellent.
Weight: 2.8 – 3.0 lb. per cubic ft.
Density lb. per cubic. ft.: 2.8 – 3.0 lb. per cubic ft.
Cell Structure: Open.
Longevity: Approximately 10 years.
Color: 110 – Yellow.
ILD/50 sq. in. @25% (4 in.): 35% max.
Support Factor: 2.5
Hysteresis Loss @25%: 35% max.
Tear Strength, lbs/linear in.: 1.50 PLI min.
Tensile Strength, lbs/sq. in.: 12.0 PSI min.
Elongation %: 150% min.
Resilience %: 50% min.
Compression set,
90%, 22 hrs., 158° F:		 Less than 10%
Flammability Rating: CA TB 117-2013, FMVSS 302, and NFPA 260.
Lux FoamFoamonline.com

Lux Foam

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Description:

Lux Foam, also known as Evlon foam, is very buoyant and long-lasting. Lux Foam is a “good” foam, typically used for upper-scale furniture seating and mattresses.

Specifications:

Quality: Very Good.
Weight: 2.2 lb. per cubic ft.
Density lb. per cubic ft.: 2.2 lb. per cubic ft.
Cell Structure: Open.
Longevity: Approximately 6 years.
Color: Yellow.
Indentation Force Deflection, 25%: 41 – 47
Tensile Strength, lbs/sq. in.: 17.19
Elongation %: 207%
Tear Strength, lbs/in.: 220
Ball Rebound %: 45 + 5
Clickable: Yes.
Compression set, 22 hrs.
@ 158° F, 50% Maximum:		 2.45
Flammability Rating: CA TB 117-2013, FMVSS 302, and NFPA 260.
High Density FoamFoamonline.com

High Density Foam

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Description:

High Density foam is a medium-quality industrial-grade foam. It is sold primarily for mattresses, average quality sofas, chair cushions, bay windows, boats, and camping pads. High Density Foam is the most commonly used foam type in the furniture manufacturing industry.

Specifications:

Quality: Medium.
Weight: 1.9 lb. per cubic ft.
Density lb. per cubic ft.: 1.9 lb. per cubic ft.
Cell Structure: Open.
Longevity: Approximately 4 years.
Color Light Beige
ILD/50 sq. in. @25% (4 in.): 52 – 58
Sag Factor: Greater than 2.0
Air Flow cu. ft./min.: Max 4.0
Tear Strength, lbs/linear in.: Greater than 2.0
Tensile Strength, lbs/sq. in.: 10.0 – 15.0
Elongation %: 125 – 175
Resilience %: Greater than 30
Compression set,
90%, 22 hrs., 158° F:		 Less than 10%
Flammability Rating: CA TB 117-2013, FMVSS 302, and NFPA 260.
Polyurethane FoamFoamonline.com

Polyurethane Foam

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Description:

Polyurethane Foam is the original foam that subsequent foam types introduced to the market are based on. Charcoal, Dry Fast, High Density, High Resilience, Lux, Memory, and Rebond foam are all open-cell Polyurethane foams. What differentiates these foams are their density. When foam is within a density range, it gets one of these designations.

This page is specifically for Commerical Grade Polyurethane foam. At a density of 1.2 lb. per cubic ft. it is best used for packaging and shipping, mattress toppers, dog beds, costumes, arts and crafts, and other recreational applications. Thick pieces will develop “sink” areas after a short time and will often not return to their original form over time.

Specifications:

Weight: 1.2 lb. per cubic ft.
Density lb. per cubic ft.: 1.2 lb. per cubic ft.
Cell Structure: Open.
Longevity: Approximately 2 years.
Color: White/Beige.
ILD/50 sq. in. @25% (4 in.): 33
Tensile Strength, lbs/sq. in.: 5.0 – 7.5
Resilience %: Low.
Compression set,
75%, 22 hrs., 158° F:		 Less than 10%
Flammability Rating: CA TB 117-2013, FMVSS 302, and NFPA 260.