High-Density EVA
High-density EVA sheets are developed for heavy-duty applications with a harder, more durable structure than standard EVA products. Offering high resistance to impact, pressure and abrasion, they provide a reliable solution for protecting industrial equipment, carrying cases, machine parts and sensitive products.
Key Properties
- High density & strength
- Superior impact & pressure resistance
- Long-lasting use
- Low deformation
- Water & moisture resistant
- Various thickness options
- Suitable for industrial applications
Overview
High-density EVA carries more material per unit volume, making it firmer and giving it a higher load capacity. Because it holds up under heavy parts without bottoming out and keeps its shape through repeated loading, it's the material for structural applications.
Why density matters
A foam's job is to absorb impact over a distance. If density is too low the material crushes completely under the load, no absorbing distance remains, and the impact passes straight into the product — the protection effectively disappears. For heavy parts, the right density matters more than thickness.
Where it's used
Heavy metal part shipments, machinery beds, tool-case cavities opened and closed repeatedly, and load-bearing interleaves are typical. The firm, clean cut edge also finishes well where it's visible.
How to choose
The right density follows part weight, contact area and drop height together. Share the weight and dimensions and we'll recommend the density and thickness combination.
Applications
- Heavy part handling and shipping
- Machinery and equipment beds
- Firm tool-case cavities
- Load-bearing interleaves
- Pallet-top dividers
- Firm gaskets and pads
- Sports equipment and protective padding
- Structural support and fill
Technical Data
- Material
- High-density EVA, closed cell
- Property
- High load capacity, low compression set
- Thickness
- 2 mm – 50 mm (thicker by lamination)
- Cutting
- Clean, firm cut edge
- Colour
- Black, grey, white
- Selection
- By weight and drop height
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does higher density always mean better protection?
- No. A foam that's too firm transmits impact into a light product instead of absorbing it. Density should follow the weight of the part — low for light products, high for heavy ones.
- Which matters more, density or thickness?
- They work together. Density decides whether the foam carries the load; thickness decides the distance over which impact is absorbed. For a heavy part, get density right first, then set thickness by drop height.
- How do I know which density I need?
- Send the part's weight, dimensions and transport conditions. We'll recommend a density and thickness combination and confirm it with a sample.
This form is made to order — size, thickness and density are set by your requirement. Tell us about your product and our technical team will come back within 24 hours.
Cutting in This Material
We supply this as sheet, and cut to your product's dimensions.
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