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Foam Backing Rods for Sealing and Insulation
Discover the Ultimate Solution for Construction with Our Premium Foam Backing Rods
When it comes to high-quality construction and sealing, choosing the right foam backing rod is crucial. At Allfasteners, we offer a diverse range of foam backing rods, including both closed cell and open cell options, designed to meet the varied demands of your projects. Our closed cell foam backing rods are renowned for their superior water resistance and durability, making them perfect for outdoor applications and environments prone to moisture. They maintain their shape and offer exceptional insulation, ensuring long-lasting performance in sealing joints, gaps, and cracks.
On the other hand, our open cell foam backing rods excel in flexibility and compressibility, providing an ideal solution for indoor applications where ease of installation and soundproofing are key. Their ability to conform to irregular shapes makes them a versatile choice for various construction needs.
Whether you're tackling a weatherproofing project or seeking reliable gap fillers, our foam backing rods offer unmatched quality and performance. Explore our selection today and experience the difference that premium foam backing rods can make in your construction projects.
Benefits of Using Foam Filler Rods
Closed Cell Backing Rod
- Water Resistance: Highly resistant to water and moisture, which makes it ideal for applications where exposure to water is a concern.
- Durability: Generally more durable and resilient. It retains its shape and does not compress as easily as open cell foam.
- Insulation: Provides excellent thermal insulation properties.
- Compression: Has higher resistance to compression and deformation, which can be advantageous in maintaining a seal under pressure.
- Sealing: Commonly used in construction and automotive applications for sealing joints, gaps, and cracks.
- Weatherproofing: Ideal for outdoor applications where exposure to moisture and environmental factors is a concern.
- Insulation: Used for insulating pipes and other surfaces.
- Structure: Made from medium density closed cell foam, meaning the cells are completely sealed off from each other.
- Material: Typically made from materials like polyethylene or neoprene.
- Available sizes: 10mm, 13mm, 15mm, 20mm, 25mm, and 30mm.
Open Cell Backing Rod:
- Water Absorption: Absorbs water and moisture, which can be a disadvantage in certain applications.
- Durability: Generally less durable than closed cell foam, as it can compress and deform more easily.
- Flexibility: More flexible and compressible, which can be beneficial for certain applications.
- Insulation: Provides good sound insulation but less effective for thermal insulation compared to closed cell foam.
- Sealing: Used for filling gaps in applications where moisture resistance is not a critical concern.
- Soundproofing: Effective in soundproofing and acoustic treatments due to its open cell structure.
- Compression Seals: Used where flexibility and ease of compression are needed.
- Structure: Made from low density open cell foam, where the cells are interconnected and not completely enclosed.
- Material: Often made from polyurethane or similar materials.
- Available sizes: 10mm, 16mm, 22mm, 29mm, and 38mm
Why Choose Our Foam Backer Rods?
Best for applications requiring moisture resistance, durability, and thermal insulation select a closed cell rod. They are suitable for external or high-humidity environments and provide a long-lasting seal.
Ideal for applications where flexibility and compressibility are needed, such as soundproofing and indoor sealing. Open cell backing rods are generally more affordable but less suitable for moisture-prone environments.
The choice between closed cell and open cell backing rods depends on the specific needs of your application, including environmental conditions, cost considerations, and performance requirements. Order online here for immediate delivery Australia wide.