Solid "foam" choices

Don Y · 2013-12-05T18:49:31+00:00

Hi, I have several "cases" that I'd like to convert into carrying cases for various tools that seem to keep multiplying around here. (primarily hand tools) I figure all I need to do is find some reasonably stiff "foam" in which I can cut holes to set the individual tools in, then place these in the cases. Not as good as a case made *specifically* for a particular tool but a lot better than storing tools in generic cardboard boxes! Most of the "foam" I've encountered at craft stores is just that -- foam. Spongey. It should be easy to manipulate but I doubt it will offer much support to the tools once the case is closed and carried off. [Styrofoam is too "brittle" IMO. But, reasonably "firm"] The carrying case for one of my LCD projectors has a "foam filler" that seems perfect. *Looks* like styrofoam (contrast that with the sort of foam with which you would stuff a seat cushion) but rubbery-er. And black. I.e., unlike the "seat cushion foam", it has very little "give" (just like styrofoam). Unlike styrofoam, it doesn't fall apart when abused! Suggestions as to what I could use and where I might find it? Thx, --don

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Paul E Bennett 12 years ago

Have a look at Depron . You should find it in the modelling shops easy enough.

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josephkk 12 years ago

Hmmmm. This brings up the idea of a layered approach. Inner case of felt padded wood supports. Next layer is a full plywood hinged or split closed layer. Third level is expanding foam. Final layer is the outer case.

Just an idea.

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