Foamed silica gel is a lightweight material with porous structure formed by special process based on silica gel, which combines the flexibility of silica gel with the cushioning characteristics of foam material. This material not only retains the advantages of high and low temperature resistance, aging resistance, and chemical stability of silicone, but also achieves a dual breakthrough in weight reduction and elasticity improvement through the dense microporous structure inside.

The production process usually adopts physical or chemical foaming technology, introducing gas into the silicone substrate to form uniformly distributed bubbles, ultimately forming a closed or open cell structure with uniform texture and controllable pores.

In the industrial field, foamed silicone is widely used for cushioning packaging of precision instruments, thermal insulation protection of electronic components, and shock absorption sealing of automotive parts due to its unique physical properties.

For example, in the field of consumer electronics, it is often made into protective pads that can withstand severe vibrations during transportation and resist potential damage to equipment from extreme temperature changes. The medical industry values its biocompatibility and ease of disinfection, often used to make cushioning pads or prosthetic liners for medical devices to ensure contact safety and long-term comfort.

Foam silicone products can also be seen everywhere in daily life. From anti slip pads for kitchen utensils to anti inflation valves for baby bottles, from shock-absorbing layers for sports protective gear to elastic support for shoe midsoles, this material meets the functional needs of diverse scenarios through different density and hardness adjustments.

Its surface can be treated with frosted, matte or high gloss, which not only maintains the skin friendly touch of silicone, but also achieves additional functions such as anti slip, thermal conductivity or breathability through structural design.

Regarding liquid silicone rubber, please refer to our website for details: IOTA Liquid Silicone Rubber