Plastazote

Plastazote

Description

[Zotefoams Limited] A trademark for a crosslinked Polyethylene foam that is expanded with nitrogen gas. Plastazote® is chemically and biologically inert. Plastazote® products are supplied as sheets, rolls, rods, or slabstock. As with other polyethylene products, these foams deteriorate, shrink, and/or warp in direct sunlight. Similar products by the same company are Propozote (Polypropylene), Evazote® (polyethylene) and Supazote (polyethylene). All Zotefoams exhibit very low emission of volatile species up to temperatures of 190C.

Synonyms and Related Terms

Zotefoam; Propozote (polypropylene); Evazote® (polyethylene); Supazote (polyethylene)

Similar products: Volara

Applications

• Case inserts
• Shoes, flipflops
• Packaging

Risks

• Softens at 105-115C and decomposes at 300C.
• Combustion products are carbon monoxide and water.

Physical and Chemical Properties

• Waterproof
• Lightweight and flexible
• Chemically resistant
• Impact absorbent
• Available in several densities and thicknesses (2-27 mm). Select from low density polyethylene (LDPE) or high density polyethylene (HDPE)

Resources and Citations

• Zotefoams: Plastazote
• National Park System, Conserv O Gram, Number 8/2, 'Safe Plastic & Fabrics for Display & Storage': Link

• Pam Hatchfield, Pollutants in the Museum Environment, Archetype Press, London, 2002

• Ceramics and Glass Conservation Section, List of Workshop Materials, The British Museum, London