Volara ®

Fine Cell Crosslinked Polyethylene Foam
By Voltek

General Description

Volara ® is a flexible closed-cell polyethylene foam which is crosslinked by means of a unique electron irradiation process. It is manufactured as a continuous smooth sheet with small cells, and is available in a variety of types to suit varied design property requirements.

Volara ® has many benificial characteristics including high temperature resistance and low water absorbtion, low moisture vapor transmission and good buoyancy. Volara ® also has excellent thermal insulation and chemical resistance properties. The AFR and MF grades of Volara are fire-retardant, while the A and EO grades meet FDA regulations regarding food contact applications. Volara is nontoxic and contains no CFC, HCFC, or hydrocarbon blowing agents. It is available in continuous rolls and laminated sheets.

Important Characteristics

• Thickness range: from .015" to .420" (densities from 2 to 20 pcf)
• Firmness range: soft to semi-rigid
• Fabrication Methods: die cutting, roll slitting, waterjet cutting, vacuum forming, compression molding, lamination, and pressure-sensitive coating and printing
• Colors: standard colors include white, black, ocean blue, charcoal, and natural. Custom colors are available