Foam Finder
Choosing the proper foam is essential to the security of the items you store in your case. Use this guide below to help you choose the perfect combination for your needs.
Types of foam
We offer two different types of standard foam: PE (Polyethylene) and Ester (Polyurethane). PE foam is fairly dense, and only slightly pliable. It offers a secure, snug fit. Ester foam is much more spongy and forgiving, exhibiting excellent shock absorption. While we have found that the PE foam is suitable for most designs and recommend it when in doubt, you can use the comparison chart below to help decide which one is right for your design:
PE (Polyethylene) Foam vs. Ester (Polyurethane) Foam
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Case Foam Options
There are many different ways to configure the foam in your case. Use the information below to help determine which one is right for your needs.Convoluted / Diced Solid / Solid Convoluted / Convoluted |
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Solid
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Solid foam pads make up the base foam of your case and come in both PE and Ester. For the bottom, a 1/2" solid base pad is standard to keep items from coming into contact with the case. For smaller cases, another single solid pad fills the remaining space. For larger cases, multiple pads may be used in order to accommodate different sized items with ease. Solid foam is appropriate as lid foam in situations where case items all sit flush with the surface of the base. It can also be cut with a utility knife to make your own custom cavities. |
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Convoluted
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Convoluted (egg-crate) foam is made from soft but sturdy Polyurethane. It is most used as lid foam because of its ability to gently secure in place any items that may protrude above the surface of the base foam. It can also be used as a base foam for thinner cases, and is good for holding thin objects so no movement occurs during transport. | |
Diced/Cubed
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Create your own insert! Pick and pluck cases come with a solid base pad on the bottom, and the remainder filled with Polyurethane Foam that's pre-cut into removable cubes. Simply remove the individual cubes necessary to create a custom-sized space in which to fit your items. |