Foam Grips and TubesBuffed Foam Grips

Popular for their sponge-like exterior and suede-like feel, buffed foam grips provide a comfortable cushioned feel and an attractive upscale appearance. The textured surface provides a no-slip grip that maintains its look even when nicked or scratched.

Most buffed foam grips are also designed with radiused ends to provide a more finished appearance. However, they can also be made with one or no radiused ends as required.

Inside Diameters

Buffed foam grips can be made in practically any inside diameter. For most applications, we recommend using grips that are 0.125” smaller than the handle that they will be covering. This downsizing will factor in the tolerances and still provide a tight fit. Longer grips may not require a full 0.125” downsizing to fit tightly. Standard sizes are shown in the chart but other diameters can be manufactured.

Wall Thickness

Generally speaking, the thicker the grip, the more comfortable it will feel and the more it will cost. Our standard wall thickness is two tenths of an inch (0.200”). This thickness offers plenty of cushion while maintaining adequate durability for most applications.

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Length

Tooling is available to make buffed grips in most lengths. The maximum length is 38”.

Densities

NPVC 9 lb.to Dense, EPDM 24 to 34 lb. 

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In-Stock Buffed Foam Grips with Radius Ends
Part # Density per Cubic Foot (lbs.) Nominal
Wall Thickness - C
(inches)
Bar Size to Fit Inside Diameter
(inches)
Inside Length
(inches)
699999 11-13 0.200 5/8" 0.500 4.5
012449 11-13 0.200 5/8" 0.500 4.5
648077 11-13 0.200 3/4" 0.625 4.5
064364 11-13 0.200 3/4" 0.625 4.5
684955 11-13 0.200 7/8" 0.750 4.5
043860 11-13 0.200 7/8" 0.750 4.5
593152 11-13 0.200 1" 0.875 4.5
997474 11-13 0.200 1" 0.875 4.5
Buffed Foam Tubes - Production Capabilities
Material Formulation Product Type Inside Dimension"A" Length Range"B" Nominal Wall Thickness"C"
From To From To From To
NPVC Buffed 0.500 1.500 1.000 38.000 0.150 0.570
EPDM Buffed 0.500 1.500 1.000 38.000 0.110 0.335
Density (Pounds per cubic foot) - NPVC 9 lb. to Dense, EPDM 24 to 34 lb.
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Buffed Foam Tubes - Standard Sizes
Material Formulation To Fit Outside Diameter Inside Dimension"A" Lengths Up To"B" Nominal Wall Thickness"C"
in mm in mm in mm in mm
NPVC 0.625 15.88 0.500 12.70 38.000 965.20 .200 & .250 5.08 & 6.35
EPDM 0.625 15.88 0.500 12.70 38.000 965.20 .150 & .200 3.81 & 5.08
NPVC 0.750 19.05 0.625 15.88 38.000 965.20 .200 & .250 5.08 & 6.35
EPDM 0.750 19.05 0.625 15.88 38.000 965.20 .150 & .200 3.81 & 5.08
NPVC 0.875 22.23 0.750 19.05 38.000 965.20 .200 & .250 5.08 & 6.35
EPDM 0.875 22.23 0.750 19.05 38.000 965.20 .150 & .200 3.81 & 5.08
NPVC 1.000 25.40 0.875 22.23 38.000 965.20 .200 & .250 5.08 & 6.35
EPDM 1.000 25.40 0.875 22.23 38.000 965.20 .150 & .200 3.81 & 5.08
Tolerances      ±.050  ±1.27 Varies on  part length, +.125" or greater.    ±.020  ±0.51
Density (Pounds per cubic foot) - NPVC 13 lb., EPDM 24 lb.
Consult your sales representative for specific product inquiries.

Materials

Buffed foam grips can be made in a many densities and in NPVC and EPDM materials. Note, any buffed or ground grip will typically lose two to three pounds of density.

NPVC - A popular foam rubber grip material chosen for its soft, comfortable feel along with its high durability and excellent vibration dampening qualities. 

EPDM - An extremely durable material for grips with excellent outdoor weathering properties.

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Printing, Packaging & More

GripWorks offers a full array of finishing operations to satisfy all of your requirements. The following options are available for all of our foam grips and vinyl grips, including tool grips, handle grips, and just about any grip application possible.

  • Imprinting
  • Punching 
  • Slicing
  • Washing
  • Packaging

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