Buyers often ask whether they should buy a cellulose pad or a honeycomb pad, assuming they are different products. They are not.
Are cellulose and honeycomb pads the same?
Yes. They describe one product from two angles:
- Cellulose = the raw material (resin-treated kraft cellulose paper).
- Honeycomb = the shape — the glued corrugations form a honeycomb-like cross-section.
So "cellulose honeycomb cooling pad" is the full, correct name. Any supplier selling one is selling the other.
How does it compare to older pad types?
| Pad type | Cooling efficiency | Life | Maintenance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cellulose / honeycomb | 80–90% | 3–5 years | Low |
| Aspen (wood wool) | 60–70% | 1 season | High |
| Grass / khus | 50–60% | 1 season | Very high |
The honeycomb structure provides a large wetted surface for air contact. Actual cooling performance and service life depend on pad geometry, paper, bonding, water distribution, airflow, water quality and maintenance. Review the manufacturing checks in our cooling pad quality-control guide.
What is the pad actually made of?
The base is kraft cellulose paper, dipped in a water-resistant resin on a resin machine so it can stay wet for years without falling apart. The treated paper is then corrugated, glued and cut into pads.
Should you make or buy?
If you use a few pads a year, buying them may be more practical. If you serve recurring demand, compare capital cost, material, labour, utilities, utilisation and saleable output using our total-cost guide and capacity-planning guide, or talk to our team about a suitable line.