What type of foam is Plastazote?

polyethylene foam
Plastazote foam is a versatile man-made polyethylene foam which is produced as a byproduct of oil. Crude oil is made up of a mixture of hydrocarbons which are separated into different parts by fractional distillation. Naphtha is one of these separated fractions and is used to manufacture plastics and chemicals.

What is Plastazote foam used for?

Due to its waterproof and high durability nature, plastazote is used in a range of different industries worldwide, including the medical, electronics, military, retail and sports industries. With the material being supportive, it’s often used for cushion packaging as protective custom foam inserts.

Is Plastazote EVA foam?

Plastazote® is an expanded polyethylene foam, whilst Evazote® is an expanded polyethylene/eva copolymer foam.

Is Plastazote environmentally friendly?

The vast majority of packaging foams, including the widely used Sealed Air Stratocell and Ethafoam, plus the Azote Plastazote ranges, are all recyclable. Being manufactured from polyethylene, the material can be processed to be reused many times, minimising the environmental impact of the material.

Is Plastazote closed cell foam?

Plastazote foam is a closed cell polyethylene foam blown with nitrogen. In contrast to other foams, it is tough and flexible, defined by the regular shapes, sides and walls of the cells made from polyethylene.

Is Plastazote flammable?

Plastazote® foams are combustible, and good housekeeping is necessary to minimise the possibility of accidental fires. Excessive heating can cause Plastazote® foam to decompose giving off combustible fumes with consequent fire danger.

Is Plastazote a fire retardant?

LD33FM Plastazote is an Inert Flame Retardant Polyethylene Foam functional and aesthetically pleasing for a number of industries including but not limited to: Automotive, Packaging, Leisure, Cosmetics & Toys. This grade has a density of 33Kg/m3 and is available in Black.

Can you paint Plastazote?

Can you paint Plastazote foam? Plastazote foam is available in a variety of colours, but further painting and colouring may be required for use in applications like film set and costume design. When painting Plastazote, it is recommended to use a mixture of acrylic paint and latex.

What is led foam?

LED Plastazote Foam is a light-diffusing EVA foam that is best used in combination with LED lights in armour and prop builds. LED lights can be placed beneath the foam to achieve an amazing glow effect. It can be heat formed, carved, and sanded similar to other EVA foams.

Is Plastazote a closed cell?