Kodi pali kusiyana kotani pakati pa thovu la EVA, Epe thoamu, ndi thovu la siponji

1. EVA Foam (Ethylene vinyl acetate)

Mawonekedwe:

• Fine and uniform cell structure (malo osalala)
• High elasticity and toughness
• Good water resistance and durability
• Can be kufa-kudula, kutentha kupanga, laminated, kapena kusindikizidwa easily
• Density range: 30–300 kg/m³
• Kupezeka various colors and hardness levels

Zomwe Zimagwiritsa Ntchito:

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

Ubwino: Kumaliza kosalala, cholimba, zotheka, zopanda poizoni
Cons: Slightly more expensive than EPE

2. EPE Foam (Polyethylene yowonjezera)

Mawonekedwe:

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

Zomwe Zimagwiritsa Ntchito:

• Cakusita (zamagetsi, galasi, mipando)
• Edge protectors, foam tubes, kukutira

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

3. Siponji Foam (Polyurethane or PU Foam)

Mawonekedwe:

• Mapangidwe a selo lotseguka (soft and breathable)
• Very compressible and comfortable
• Absorbs water easily
• Density range: 10–60 kg/m³

Zomwe Zimagwiritsa Ntchito:

• Seat cushions, Malingaliro Omveka, cosmetic sponges
• Cleaning products, gaskets, padding

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