Electronics & Electric

Electronics & Electric

Elastofoam® I: A Combination of a Flexible Foam Core and a Compact, Tough Skin

Elastofoam® I is especially distinguished for its decorative surface finish. The integral foam is extensively employed in the automotive and furniture industries producing steering wheels, gear shift knobs, seat shells, armrests as well as in engine compartment heavy duty uses for cable encapsulation, engine covers, oil pan covers, grommets and gaskets in filter elements.

Benefits

Advantages of Elastofoam® I:

  • Decorative surface finish, high abrasion resistance
  • Resistant to mechanical stress and chemicals
  • Elastic even after continuous stress
  • Added layer of water-based in-mold coating can be incorporated to provide UV-stability and multi-tone color options
  • Low thermal conductivity
  • Cost-effective, One-shot processing for foams with integrated, attractive surface

Elastofoam® I is a two-component polyurethane integral foam system that combines a lightweight flexible foam core with a compact, tough skin, in one single-step. Elastofoam® I‘s high abrasion resistance, elasticity and superior mechanical properties helps decorative surface finish achieve its pleasant soft touch.

Applications

Chairs

Thanks to the flexibility as well as decorative, insensitive surface, Elastofoam® I is the perfect material for the manufacture of armrests and seat shells. Inserts made of wood or metal give the necessary stability to the molded part.

 

Container Casing

The polyurethane system protects the inserted metal containers against dents and transport damage and offers additional design options. Colour coding can be implemented as well as smooth or textured surfaces. Polyurethane-fixed cable harness shapes and substantially facilitate mounting.

Cable Encapsulation

PU-fixed cable harness shapes and orientations substantially facilitate mounting which also brings down maintenance and repair costs. Complete cable sheathings ensure reliable humidity insulation even under extreme conditions.

Buttons and Switches

High-grip, abrasion-resistant switches in flexible PU integral foams provide touch-friendly surface textures and give designers a host of options for particularly attractive solutions.

Air Filter Gaskets

Steering Wheels

Engine Covers

Armrests and Handles

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Elastofoam® Application Range

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Processing of Elastofoam®

The following methods can be used for the processing of Elastofoam®.

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