Ensolite Foam
Armacell's Ensolite IV1, IV3, and MLC elastomeric closed cell foams are designed for use in Aerospace, Automotive, and Marine applications. These foams have excellent resistance to oil, fuel, and water, and can be used in both indoor and outdoor applications. This foam is notable for its use as carpet padding, cushioning for seat components, or in headliners and sidewalls. It can also be used for gasketing or sealing applications.
Sold in 25-ft rolls. 1" or .5" thick rolls will have a 2-3 week lead time. Rolls may have a skin layer on one side. ±1/16" tolerance on all thicknesses.
1/2" AND 1" VARIETIES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST WITH A TWO-WEEK LEAD TIME.
Note: Includes FAA burn certificate for 25.853(a), except for 1/8" IV1 and 1/8" and 1/4" MLC foam. 1/8" IV1 and 1/4" MLC foam do not pass FAR 25.853(a) vertical burn test when tested alone, but do pass when sandwiched between acceptable materials, such as in armrests, carpet padding, wall padding, etc. 1/8" MLC is not expected to pass even when sandwiched between acceptable materials.
Width
Color
Density
Compression Deflection 25%
Compression Deflection 50%
Compression Set
Elongation
Tear Strength
Tensile Strength
Water Absorption
Temperature Range
IVI Specifications
54 inch
Black
3.0 - 5.0 lb/ft3
2.0 - 5.0 psi
6.96 - 14.06 psi
40% max
100% min
9 lb/in min
50 psi min
5% max
-40°F to 200°F (intermittent)
54 inch
Black
PVC/NBR
7.0 - 9.5 lb/ft3
9.0 - 13.0 psi
14.07 - 24.9 psi
35% max
100% min
20 lb/in min
100 psi min
5% max
-40°F to 200°F (intermittent)
IV3 Specifications
Width
Color
Polymer
Density
Compression Deflection 25%
Compression Deflection 50%
Compression Set
Elongation
Tear Strength
Tensile Strength
Water Absorption
Temperature Range
Compatibility
This product is acceptable for use in all types aircraft and rotorcraft (at 1/4" and higher only).
MLC Foam in 1/4" does not pass 25.853(a) on its own, but does pass when sandwiched between two acceptable materials, such as in armrests, carpet pads, and wall padding.
This product is not acceptable for applications requiring the 25.853(c) Oil Burn for Seat Cushion test unless a suitable fire blocking layer is used.
Width
Color
Polymer
Density
Compression Deflection 25%
Compression Deflection 25% (after Heat Aging)
Compression Set
Elongation
Tear Strength
Tensile Strength
Water Absorption
Temperature Range
MLC Specifications
54 inch
Black
PVC/NBR
3.5 - 5.5 lb/ft3
2.0 - 3.5 psi
+/- 30%40% max
150% min
8 lb/in min
40 psi min
5% max
-40°F to 200°F (intermittent)