Foamlite® P is a PP-C-based lightweight construction material. This material is now 30% lighter than comparable compact sheets. With a density of 0.65 g/cm³, Foamlite® P offers clear weight advantages over a sheet made of compact polypropylene at 0.915 g/cm³. The material also has an excellent combination of toughness, high rigidity, strength and chemical resistance. The surface is optionally available with a smooth finish or with a fine grain. Foamlite® P is especially useful for applications in which construction materials need to have a very low weight and have a high level of mechanical stability. This opens up a wide range of possibilities in lightweight design.
As an added benefit, since Foamlite® P is substantially lighter, this saves on materials, conserves resources and is easier to handle. This gives the user new possibilities in design and economic advantages.
Foamlite® P has an "integrated" hinge. It is sufficient to mill a simple 90-degree V-notch into it. The high bending fatigue strength of the material means that the hinge can be folded more than 40,000 times without breaking.
Emco Industrial Plastics doesn’t claim to represent all of the manufacturers or trade name products listed. This list is intended as a guide of typical materials available for purchase from Emco Industrial Plastics, Inc. For additional information, contact an Emco Industrial Plastics representative with the form below.
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| Type | Size | Length | Color |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheet | Sheet Thicknesses: 5-21 mm / Widths up to 2,000 mm | Theoretically Unlimited | Foamlite® P can be produced in virtually any shade on request |
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| Physical Properties | Units | ASTM | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density | lb/in³ | D792 | 0.033 |
| Water Absorption, 24 hrs | % | D570 | <0.01 |
| Mechanical Properties | Units | ASTM | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength @yield | psi | D638 | 4800 |
| Tensile Modulus | psi | D638 | 195000 |
| Tensile Elongation @Yield | % | D638 | 12 |
| Flexural Strength | psi | D790 | 7000 |
| Flexural Modulus | psi | 400000 | 180000 |
| Compressive Strength | psi | D695 | 7000 |
| Hardness, Rockwell R | D785 | 92 | |
| IZOD Impact Strength Notched | ft-lb/in | D256 | 1.9 |
| Thermal Properties | Units | ASTM | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion | (x 10⁻⁵ in./in./°F) | D256 | 6.2 |
| Heat Deflection Temp at 66 psi | °F | D648 | 210 |
| Heat Deflection Temp at 264 psi | °F | 125 | |
| Melting Temperature | °F | D3418 | 327 |
| Max Operating Temp | °F | 180 | |
| Thermal Conductivity | BTU-in/ft²-hr-°F | C177 | 0.76 – 0.81 |
| Flammability Rating | UL94 | HB |
| Electrical Properties | Units | ASTM | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dielectric Strength 1/8″ th. | V/mil | D149 | 500 – 600 |
| Dielectric Constant | D150 | 2.25 | |
| Dissipation Factor @ 1 Hz | D150 | 0.0005 – 0.0018 | |
| Volume Resistivity, 50% RH | ohm-cm | D257 | 8.5 x 10¹⁴ |
| Arc Resistance | sec | D495 | 160 |
NOTE: The property values presented above are typical values intended for reference and comparison purposes only. They should NOT be used as a basis for design specifications or quality control. Contact us for manufacturers’ complete material property datasheets. All values at 73°F (23°C) unless otherwise noted.
NOTE: Several grades of this material are available. For additional information regarding this plastic, contact your Emco Industrial Plastics representative or call 973-862-4148.