Poron foams provide sealing and cushioning in thin displays, medical devices, electronic enclosures, and automotive and industrial applications.
Poron foams die cut cleanly and are easy to fabricate into custom gaskets and cushioning pads. These cellular urethanes range from super-soft to very firm, and support the use of a wide range of adhesives. Made by Rogers Corporation, Poron microcellular urethanes are recommended for long-term sealing and impact management . Design engineers can choose from many different formulas, and select materials with varying thicknesses.
Poron Foam Materials for Sealing, Gasketing, and Cushioning
Poron gaskets can be die cut from many different types or grades of Poron cellular foams. Examples include the 4701 and 4790 families of materials.
| Poron Product | Hardness | Thicknesses | Application Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poron 4701-30 | Very Soft | From 0.021” | Easily compressed |
| Poron 4701-40 | Soft | 0.031” to 0.500”
0.79mm to 12.7mm |
Fuel tank isolator pads and SUV tail lights |
| Poron 4701-50 | Firm | 0.012” to 0.500”
0.30mm to 12.7mm |
Shock absorption for high-energy impacts |
| Poron 4701-60 | Very Firm | 0.021” to 0.500”
053mm to 12.7mm |
Energy management for enclosure gaskets |
| Poron 4790-92 | Extra Soft | 0.021” to 0.500”
053mm to 12.7mm |
Slow rebound with very low closure force |
Low-Compression Force Sealing
Poron AquaPro 37
Poron AquaPro 37 foams for low-compression force sealing prevent the ingress of water and resist automotive fluids. These flame-retardant urethane foams meet UL 94 HBF and FMVSS 302 requirements. They also perform reliably between 40°C and 90°C for constant use, and can withstand intermittent temperatures of 120°C. Because they do not contain plasticizers, Poron Aqua Pro 37 foams are environmentally-friendly and have low outgassing.
Poron AquaPro 4701-41
Sponge silicone gaskets are made of sponge-like silicone compounds that provide cushioning and padding. Interstate die cuts both basic types of sponge silicone materials: open-cell and closed-cell.
Poron AquaPro 4701-41 foams also provide tight sealing under low compression force. These microcellular urethane foams contain greater closed-cell content, and are recommended for applications that require vacuum sealing. Poron AquaPro 4701-41 urethane foams come in standard thicknesses that range from 0.031” to 0.500” (0.79mm to 12.7mm). All grades are engineered to be soft, and provide excellent sealability.
Specialty Poron Foams for Die Cut Shapes and UL 94 Gaskets
Interstate Specialty Products uses precision die cutting to convert these and other types of Poron foam materials, including Poron DuraShape foams for fast, accurate die cut shapes. Other types of specialty urethane foams include the Poron Soft Seal Series, which is designed for sealing at 6 pounds per cubic foot. Interstate also die cuts Poron V-0 foam, a polyurethane that’s designed to meet all UL 94 requirements for both the V-0 and HBF flammability ratings.
To learn more about how Poron foam and precision die cutting can support your application, contact us on-line or call (800) 984-1811. Also, read through our recent blog post to learn more!
*Properties and applications shown throughout this website are typical. Your specific application should not be undertaken without independent study and evaluation for suitability.
