Material · EVA
EVA Foam
EVA is the foam customers touch on purpose: dense, rubbery, and satisfying, with cut edges that stay crisp through years of use. It's the material of tool shadow boards, retail presentation kits, and cases that open in front of a buyer.
IPS routes and die-cuts EVA into inserts and laminated multi-color builds where cavity contrast (black over red, for instance) makes missing items obvious at a glance.
Properties
| Cell structure | Fine closed cell, high density |
| Typical densities | 4 – 12 pcf |
| Feel | Firm, rubbery, premium touch |
| Edges | Crisp cuts that resist fraying and wear |
| Colors | Black standard; colors for contrast builds |
Why choose it
- The premium look and feel of presentation foam
- High wear resistance in daily-use cases
- Multi-color laminates for visual control
Best for
Frequently asked questions
Why EVA instead of XLPE for a kit?
EVA is denser and more tactile — it reads as a finished product surface, and its edges survive daily open-and-close use. XLPE is lighter and better for cushioning duty; EVA is better for presentation and wear.
Can you do two-color shadow boards?
Yes — a colored base laminated under a black top layer makes every empty cavity visible instantly. Standard for tool control programs.