What is the difference between EVA foam, EPE foam, and sponge foam

1. EVA-schuim (Ethyleenvinylacetaat)

Functies:

• Fine and uniform cell structure (glad oppervlak)
• High elasticity and toughness
• Good water resistance and durability
• Can be uitgestoken, met warmte gevormd, laminated, of afgedrukt easily
• Density range: 30–300 kg/m³
• Beschikbaar in various colors and hardness levels

Typical Uses:

• Sports mats, yoga blocks, swimming belts
• Packaging inserts (high-end electronics, hulpmiddelen)
• Shoe soles, kneeling pads, speelgoed

Pros: Smooth finish, duurzaam, aanpasbaar, niet-giftig
Cons: Slightly more expensive than EPE

2. EPE-schuim (Geëxpandeerd polyethyleen)

Functies:

• Lightweight with larger air bubbles / open cells
• Soft and flexible, excellent schok absorbtie
• Water and chemical resistant
• Density range: 15–50 kg/m³

Typical Uses:

• Verpakking (elektronica, glas, meubilair)
• Edge protectors, foam tubes, isolatie

Pros: Low cost, good cushioning, reusable
Cons: Rougher surface, less firm than EVA, not suitable for precision cutting

3. Spons schuim (Polyurethane or PU Foam)

Functies:

• Open celstructuur (soft and breathable)
• Very compressible and comfortable
• Absorbs water easily
• Density range: 10–60 kg/m³

Typical Uses:

• Seat cushions, geluidsabsorptie, cosmetic sponges
• Cleaning products, gaskets, opvulling

Pros: Very soft, comfortabel, low cost
Cons: Absorbs water, poor durability outdoors, not suitable for heavy loads