Filter media
Polyfoam pads
Reticulated, washable open cell foam media for air conditioning, automotive, cosmetics and separation filters, cut to any size or formed into shapes.
- 10 – 60 ppi
- 6mm – 50mm
- Washable

Pore sizes
10 – 60 ppi / washable
| Grade | 10 – 60 ppi (pores per inch) |
|---|---|
| Material | Reticulated, totally open cell polyurethane foam |
| Thickness | 6mm – 50mm |
| Formats | Sheets, cut pads in any size, cylinders, cones and other shapes |
| Options | Metal mesh stiffeners; two-stage bonded pore sizes |
| Maintenance | Washable and reusable |
Product features
Construction and performance
- Reticulated washable foam media for general air conditioning, automotive, cosmetics and separation filters.
- Made by a de-membraning process that creates a totally open cell foam.
- Low pressure resistance and good dust holding capacity.
- Available in a variety of sheet sizes.
- Grades from 10ppi (pores per inch) to 60ppi, in thicknesses of 6mm – 50mm.
- Also available as cut pads in any size, and can be formed into cylinders, cones and other shapes, with metal mesh stiffeners if required.
- Different pore sizes can be bonded together for two-stage filtration, with expanded mesh fixed between to make a more rigid panel.
Key benefits
- The pads are washable, so they last longer and are extremely cost effective.
Typical applications
- General air conditioning
- Automotive
- Cosmetics
- Separation filters
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How Polyfoam pads compares with other filter media
| Specification | Synthetic rolls & pads | Glass media roll | Polyfoam pads | Pad holding frames | Fancoil filters |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade | G2 – M6 (ISO Coarse – ePM10 65%) | G3 (ISO Coarse 50%), tackified; paint arrestor grade (ISO Coarse 50%) also available | 10 – 60 ppi (pores per inch) | Set by the media pad fitted | G2 – G4 (ISO Coarse 35% – 60%) |
| Material | 100% hollow spiral crimped polyester fibre | Glass fibre bonded with a thermosetting resin | Reticulated, totally open cell polyurethane foam | Galvanised steel frame with galvanised steel retaining mesh outlet face | Wire frame with synthetic, poly reticulated foam or nylon mesh media |
| Thickness | 8mm, 12mm, 25mm, 50mm | 25mm, 50mm | 6mm – 50mm | 10mm – 100mm depths | 3mm – 12mm |
| Formats | Rolls, or cut pads in any size | Rolls, or cut pads in any size | Sheets, cut pads in any size, cylinders, cones and other shapes | Any custom size, supplied with V-clip and pad to fit | Any size made to order; folded, hinged, or sock and frame |
| Best for | Pre and fine filtration, paint spray | HVAC, paint shops, dry dust extraction | Washable foam for AC and separation | Reusable alternative to panel filters | Fan coil units, general air conditioning |
G2 – M6Synthetic media rolls & pads
Pre and fine filtration, paint spray
- Thickness
- 8mm, 12mm, 25mm, 50mm
- Formats
- Rolls or cut pads
G3Glass media roll
HVAC, paint shops, dry dust extraction
- Thickness
- 25mm, 50mm
- Max temperature
- Up to 180°C
Any sizePad holding frames
Reusable alternative to panel filters
- Depths
- 10mm – 100mm
- Media
- Synthetic, foam and more
G2 – G4Fancoil filters
Fan coil units, general air conditioning
- Thickness
- 3mm – 12mm
- Formats
- Any size, folded or hinged
FAQs
Polyfoam pads: frequently asked questions
Polyfoam pads are washable filtration pads manufactured from reticulated open-cell foam. They are designed to capture dust and airborne particles while maintaining excellent airflow.
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