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	Shape Shape


Rod and Disc	Round Tube

	System of Measurement System of Measurement

Inch

	Diameter Diameter

	Length Length

	Color Color

	Gray		Black
	White		Red
	Orange

	Hardness Rating Hardness Rating

Ultra Soft

Extra Soft

Soft

	ID ID

	OD OD

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Foam

Polyurethane Foam

EPDM Foam

EPDM/Neoprene/Polyethylene
Foam

Neoprene Foam

Santoprene Foam

Silicone Foam

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	Cell Type Cell Type


Closed	Open

	Flexibility Flexibility

	Flexible

	Maximum Temperature Maximum Temperature

Less than 500° F

	For Use Outdoors For Use Outdoors

Yes

	Pressure to Compress 25% Pressure to Compress 25%

	Oil-Resistance Rating Oil-Resistance Rating

Good

Not Rated

	Material Surface Material Surface

With Skin

Without Skin

	Density Density

	Texture Texture


Smooth	Ultra Smooth

	Tensile Strength Rating Tensile Strength Rating

	Tensile Strength Tensile Strength

	Minimum Temperature Minimum Temperature

-99° to 0° F

	REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)

REACH Compliant

	RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

RoHS Compliant

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About Foam

Super-Cushioning Polyurethane Foam Cords and Circles

Use these flexible polyurethane foam cords and circles to cushion narrow spaces, such as channels and gaps. Foam has open-cell construction, which allows water, air, and gases to be absorbed.

Cords

Color: Gray
Temperature Range: -20° to 180° F
Cell Type: Open
For Use Outdoors: No
Density: 1 lbs./cu. ft.
Pressure to Compress 25%: 0.3 psi (Ultra Soft)
Tensile Strength Rating: Fair
Oil-Resistance Rating: Not Rated

		36" Lg.
Dia.	Dia. Tolerance		Each
2"	-0.125" to 0.125"	0000000	00000
3"	-0.125" to 0.125"	0000000	00000
4"	-0.125" to 0.125"	0000000	00000
5"	-0.125" to 0.125"	0000000	00000
6"	-0.125" to 0.125"	0000000	00000
8"	-0.125" to 0.125"	0000000	00000

Light Duty Weather-Resistant Santoprene Foam Cords

Color: Black
Temperature Range: -50° to 275° F
Cell Type: Closed
For Use Outdoors: Yes
Density: 15 lbs./cu. ft.
Pressure to Compress 25%: 4 psi (Ultra Soft)
Tensile Strength Rating: Excellent
Oil-Resistance Rating: Not Rated

An economical alternative to neoprene foam, these Santoprene foam cords stand up to water, sunlight, and oxidation but lack oil resistance. Use them to seal and cushion narrow spaces, such as channels. This foam has closed-cell construction, which restricts water, air, and gases from being absorbed. Cords have an ultra-smooth texture for a sleek surface that's easy to wipe down.

Dia.	Dia. Tolerance	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
1/8"	-0.016" to 0.016"	5, 10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	00000
1/4"	-0.020" to 0.020"	5, 10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	000
3/8"	-0.027" to 0.027"	5, 10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	000
1/2"	-0.031" to 0.031"	5, 10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000

Ultra-Weather-Resistant EPDM Foam Cords

Color: Black
Temperature Range: 0° to 165° F
Cell Type: Closed
For Use Outdoors: Yes
Density: 21 lbs./cu. ft.
Pressure to Compress 25%: 11 psi (Soft)
Tensile Strength Rating: Not Rated
Oil-Resistance Rating: Not Rated

Made of EPDM, this foam has the best resistance to water, sunlight, and oxidation of all the foam cords we offer. Use them to seal and cushion narrow spaces, such as channels. This foam has closed-cell construction, which restricts water, air, and gases from being absorbed. Cords have an ultra-smooth texture for a sleek surface that's easy to wipe down.

		3 ft. Lg.		10 ft. Lg.		100 ft. Lg.
Dia.	Dia. Tolerance		Each		Each		Each
1/8"	-0.032" to 0.032"	00000000	00000	00000000	00000	0000000	000000
3/16"	-0.032" to 0.032"	00000000	0000	00000000	00000	00000000	00000
1/4"	-0.032" to 0.032"	00000000	0000	00000000	0000	0000000	00000
5/16"	-0.032" to 0.032"	00000000	0000	00000000	0000	0000000	00000
3/8"	-0.032" to 0.032"	00000000	0000	00000000	00000	0000000	00000
1/2"	-0.032" to 0.032"	00000000	0000	00000000	00000	0000000	000000
1"	-0.032" to 0.032"	000000	00	000000	00	00000000	000000

High-Temperature Silicone Foam Cords

Color: Red or White
Temperature Range: -85° to 400° F
Cell Type: Closed
For Use Outdoors: Yes
Density: 35 lbs./cu. ft.
Pressure to Compress 25%: 12 psi (Soft)
Tensile Strength Rating: Not Rated
Oil-Resistance Rating: Not Rated

Seal and cushion narrow spaces in hot environments with these silicone foam cords. Silicone maintains its flexibility across a wide range of temperatures. This foam has closed-cell construction, which restricts water, air, and gases from being absorbed. Cords have an ultra-smooth texture for a sleek surface that's easy to wipe down. Use an RTV silicone to bond most surfaces.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

			10 ft. Lg.		100 ft. Lg.
Dia.	Dia. Tolerance	Choose a Color		Each		Each
1/8"	-0.016" to 0.032"	Red, White	00000000	000000	00000000	0000000
1/4"	-0.040" to 0.040"	Red, White	00000000	00000	00000000	000000
3/8"	-0.040" to 0.040"	Red, White	00000000	00000	00000000	000000
1/2"	-0.080" to 0.080"	Red, White	00000000	00000	00000000	000000
5/8"	-0.080" to 0.080"	Red, White	00000000	00000	00000000	000000
3/4"	-0.080" to 0.080"	Red, White	00000000	00000	00000000	000000
1"	-0.160" to 0.160"	Red, White	00000000	00000	00000000	000000
2"	-0.188" to 0.188"	Red, White	00000000	000000	00000000	00000000

Ultra-Weather-Resistant EPDM Foam Tubes

Color: Black
Temperature Range: -40° to 225° F
Cell Type: Closed
For Use Outdoors: Yes
Density: 14 lbs./cu. ft.
Pressure to Compress 25%: 7 psi (Extra Soft)
Tensile Strength Rating: Not Rated
Oil-Resistance Rating: Not Rated

These EPDM foam tubes have the best resistance to water, sunlight, and oxidation of all the foam tubes we offer. Use them as jackets, seals, and insulation. This foam has closed-cell construction, which restricts water, air, and gases from being absorbed. Tubes have an ultra-smooth texture for a sleek surface that's easy to wipe down.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

			6 ft. Lg.
OD	ID	Wall Thick.		Each
7/16"	1/4"	3/32"	000000	000000
1/2"	1/4"	1/8"	000000	00000
5/8"	1/4"	3/16"	000000	00000
5/8"	7/16"	3/32"	000000	00000
5/8"	1/2"	1/16"	000000	00000
3/4"	1/4"	1/4"	000000	00000
3/4"	7/16"	5/32"	000000	00000
3/4"	1/2"	1/8"	000000	00000

Food Industry High-Temperature Silicone Foam Cords

Color: Orange or White
Temperature Range: -85° to 400° F
Cell Type: Closed
For Use Outdoors: Yes
Density: 20 lbs./cu. ft.
Pressure to Compress 25%: 11 psi (Soft)
Tensile Strength Rating: Not Rated
Oil-Resistance Rating: Not Rated

These silicone foam cords meet NSF/ANSI 51 for food equipment materials. Use them to seal and cushion narrow spaces in food service equipment. Silicone maintains its flexibility across a wide range of temperatures. This foam has closed-cell construction, which restricts water, air, and gases from being absorbed. Cords have an ultra-smooth texture for a sleek surface that's easy to wipe down.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

				10 ft. Lg.
Dia.	Dia. Tolerance	Specifications Met	Choose a Color		Each
1/8"	-0.032" to 0.032"	ASTM D1056 2D3, NSF/ANSI 51, SAE AMS3195	Orange, White	0000000	000000
3/16"	-0.016" to 0.032"	ASTM D1056 2D3, NSF/ANSI 51, SAE AMS3195	Orange, White	0000000	00000
1/4"	-0.032" to 0.046"	ASTM D1056 2D3, NSF/ANSI 51, SAE AMS3195	Orange, White	0000000	00000
3/8"	-0.032" to 0.046"	ASTM D1056 2D3, NSF/ANSI 51, SAE AMS3195	Orange, White	0000000	00000
1/2"	-0.062" to 0.062"	ASTM D1056 2D3, NSF/ANSI 51, SAE AMS3195	Orange, White	0000000	00000
5/8"	-0.062" to 0.062"	ASTM D1056 2D3, NSF/ANSI 51, SAE AMS3195	Orange, White	0000000	00000
3/4"	-0.062" to 0.062"	ASTM D1056 2D3, NSF/ANSI 51, SAE AMS3195	Orange, White	0000000	00000
1"	-0.093" to 0.093"	ASTM D1056 2D3, NSF/ANSI 51, SAE AMS3195	Orange, White	0000000	00000
2"	-0.093" to 0.093"	ASTM D1056 2D3, NSF/ANSI 51, SAE AMS3195	Orange, White	0000000	000000

Multipurpose Neoprene Foam Cords

Color: Black
Temperature Range: -30° to 220° F
Cell Type: Closed
For Use Outdoors: Yes
Density: 14 lbs./cu. ft.
Pressure to Compress 25%: 8 psi (Extra Soft)
Tensile Strength Rating: Good
Oil-Resistance Rating: Good

These neoprene foam cords stand up to water, sunlight, and oxidation, plus they resist swelling when they come into contact with oil. Use them to seal and cushion narrow spaces, such as channels. This foam has closed-cell construction, which restricts water, air, and gases from being absorbed. Cords have a smooth texture for a sleek surface that's easy to wipe down.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Dia.	Dia. Tolerance		3 ft.	15 ft.	30 ft.	100 ft.
1/8"	-0.032" to 0.032"	000000	000000	000000	000000	000000
3/16"	-0.040" to 0.040"	000000	00000	00000	00000	000000
1/4"	-0.046" to 0.046"	000000	00000	00000	00000	000000
5/16"	-0.046" to 0.046"	000000	00000	00000	00000	000000
3/8"	-0.046" to 0.046"	000000	00000	00000	00000	000000
1/2"	-0.062" to 0.062"	000000	00000	00000	00000	000000
5/8"	-0.062" to 0.062"	000000	00000	00000	000000	000000
3/4"	-0.062" to 0.062"	000000	00000	00000	000000	000000
1"	-0.093" to 0.093"	000000	00000	000000	000000	000000

Multipurpose Blended Neoprene Foam Tubes

Color: Black
Temperature Range: 0° to 165° F
Cell Type: Closed
For Use Outdoors: Yes
Density: 22 lbs./cu. ft.
Pressure to Compress 25%: 9 psi (Soft)
Tensile Strength Rating: Not Rated
Oil-Resistance Rating: Good

Neoprene is blended with EPDM and polyethylene for foam tubes that offer good resistance to water, sunlight, and oxidation. Use them as jackets, seals, and insulation. This foam has closed-cell construction, which restricts water, air, and gases from being absorbed. Tubes have an ultra-smooth texture for a sleek surface that's easy to wipe down.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

			10 ft. Lg.
OD	ID	Wall Thick.		Each
1/2"	1/4"	1/8"	0000000	000000
9/16"	3/8"	3/32"	0000000	00000
15/16"	5/8"	5/32"	0000000	00000
1"	1/2"	1/4"	0000000	00000
1"	3/4"	1/8"	0000000	00000
1 5/16"	7/8"	7/32"	0000000	00000
1 1/2"	3/4"	3/8"	0000000	00000
1 1/2"	1"	1/4"	0000000	00000
1 11/16"	1 1/8"	9/32"	000000	00000
1 7/8"	1 1/4"	5/16"	0000000	00000
2 1/16"	1 3/8"	11/32"	0000000	00000
2 1/4"	1 1/2"	3/8"	0000000	00000
2 7/16"	1 5/8"	13/32"	0000000	00000
2 1/2"	2"	1/4"	0000000	00000

High-Temperature Foam Tubes

Color: Red
Temperature Range: -60° to 400° F
Cell Type: Closed
For Use Outdoors: Yes
Density: 20 lbs./cu. ft.
Pressure to Compress 25%: 7 psi (Extra Soft)
Tensile Strength Rating: Excellent
Oil-Resistance Rating: Not Rated

Use these silicone foam tubes as jackets, seals, and insulation. Silicone maintains its flexibility across a wide range of temperatures. This foam has closed-cell construction, which restricts water, air, and gases from being absorbed. Tubes have an ultra-smooth texture for a sleek surface that's easy to wipe down.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

			2 ft. Lg.		5 ft. Lg.		10 ft. Lg.
OD	ID	Wall Thick.		Each		Each		Each
5/8"	1/8"	1/4"	00000000	000000	00000000	000000	00000000	0000000
3/4"	1/4"	1/4"	00000000	00000	00000000	00000	00000000	000000
7/8"	3/8"	1/4"	00000000	00000	00000000	00000	00000000	000000
1"	1/2"	1/4"	00000000	00000	00000000	00000	00000000	000000
1 1/4"	3/4"	1/4"	00000000	00000	00000000	00000	00000000	000000
1 1/2"	1"	1/4"	00000000	00000	00000000	00000	00000000	000000
1 3/4"	1 1/4"	1/4"	00000000	00000	00000000	00000	00000000	000000
2"	1 1/2"	1/4"	00000000	00000	00000000	000000	00000000	000000