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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
A general term used for a soft, non abrasive material used to create space, protect, and/or separate an object from another surface such as a mount or storage container. Padding materials include [[Foam|Foams]], [[Fabric|Fabrics]] | A general term used for a soft, non abrasive material used to create space, protect, and/or separate an object from another surface such as a mount or storage container. They can also be used as lightweight spacers to fill or produce different shapes. | ||
Padding materials include: | |||
* [[Foam|Foams]]: Provide impact absorption and pressure distribution; open-cell foams allow airflow, while closed-cell foams are waterproof and shock resistant | |||
* [[Fabric|Fabrics]]: Provide separation between two surfaces with minimal bulk as well as change appearance | |||
* [[Tubing, plastic|Tubing]]: An easily applied shock-absorbing, form-fitting sleeve that is durable and stays in place | |||
* [[batting|Batting]]: Can smooth edges, and add dimension while minimizing friction; some can stretch to be form-fitting | |||
== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
stuffing; wadding; batting; cushioning; packing material | stuffing; wadding; batting; cushioning; packing material | ||
==Resources and Citations== | ==Resources and Citations== | ||
[[Category:Materials database]] [[Category:MWG]] | [[Category:Materials database]] [[Category:MWG]] | ||
Latest revision as of 11:56, 2 July 2026
Description
A general term used for a soft, non abrasive material used to create space, protect, and/or separate an object from another surface such as a mount or storage container. They can also be used as lightweight spacers to fill or produce different shapes.
Padding materials include:
- Foams: Provide impact absorption and pressure distribution; open-cell foams allow airflow, while closed-cell foams are waterproof and shock resistant
- Fabrics: Provide separation between two surfaces with minimal bulk as well as change appearance
- Tubing: An easily applied shock-absorbing, form-fitting sleeve that is durable and stays in place
- Batting: Can smooth edges, and add dimension while minimizing friction; some can stretch to be form-fitting
Synonyms and Related Terms
stuffing; wadding; batting; cushioning; packing material