{"title":"Foam laser cutting","description":"\u003cp\u003eFoam types are popular materials in the world of laser cutting. All sorts of different foam types can be cut, including EVA foam, PE foam, XPS (Styrofoam) foam, and many other types. The different types of foam are used for various purposes; for example, PE foam is often used for protection and packaging, and EVA foam for (light) constructive purposes such as scale models. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen cutting industrial foam, the advantages of a laser cutter over other cutting tools are clear. While traditional cutters exert strong pressure on the foam, resulting in material deformation and unclean cutting edges, the laser can create the finest contours thanks to precise and contactless cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdvantages of laser cutting foam\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Precision: With a laser beam of only ~0.5 mm, complex shapes can be easily cut. An important note is that for some foam types, the cut is wider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Speed: Laser cutting machines are faster than other methods such as waterjet cutting. Foam sheets are cut at average speeds of a few centimeters per second.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Flexibility: EVA and PE are elastomers, meaning they are flexible and can be formed into various shapes, even after laser cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Finish: The laser cutting process results in perfectly finished edges on the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Versatility: Both EVA and PE foam can be used for many different applications, from packaging foam to technical seals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Foam types can both be cut and engraved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e(Possible) disadvantages of laser cutting foam:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Accuracy: Although laser cutting is very accurate, it can still show deviations, especially with complex designs. The main problem is that the cut is not completely straight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Cut edges: Although the cut edges are clean, they can be darker than the original material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Stretchability: EVA foam is stretchable, which can lead to small deviations in the final size of the part, especially over large areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Protective film: Cut parts can have \"nibs\" and black flashback from the laser bed on the underside of the material; this can be prevented by protective film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Outdoor use: EVA foam is not suitable for outdoor use; PE foam has limited outdoor usability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Color: The available colors are limited for most foam types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFoam laser cutting service\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDo you have a question, idea, or ready-made project in the field of laser cutting? We are happy to help you! Please \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laserlokaal.nl\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eus, \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laserlokaal.nl\/pages\/offerte-aanvragen\" title=\"Offerte\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003erequest a quote\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor if you have a cutting drawing that meets our \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laserlokaal.nl\/pages\/tekening-klaarmaken-voor-lasersnijden\" title=\"Tekenregels\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003edrawing rules\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eyou can \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laserlokaal.nl\/pages\/tekening-uploaden-bestellen\" title=\"Tekening uploaden en bestellen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eupload and order directly\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003evia our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/app.laserlokaal.nl\/\" title=\"Online portal\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eonline portal.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pe-hardschuim","title":"PE rigid foam","description":"\u003cp\u003ePolyethylene (PE) foam is a material consisting of closed air cells. This ensures that the material offers excellent protection. The foam is about as hard as packaging foam; we also supply a softer variant (soft foam).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe application area of PE foam is mainly for case inlays and for protecting objects. In addition, the material is also very suitable for logos, wall ornaments, and layered sculptures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign considerations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoam has a relatively large kerf; as a rule of thumb, the thicker the material, the wider the kerf. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlat engraving is possible and is relatively deep (1-2 millimeters)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaser Cutting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe material retains a clean cut without residue after laser cutting. The cut looks approximately the same as the material itself, but the cut is slightly angled. The foam is a little stretchy; we try to load the material into the laser as carefully as possible without tension, but it is possible that a component that is \"relaxed\" may deviate slightly from the actual size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtective film and double-sided adhesive film are not possible. Cut parts may have a small amount of black flashback from the laser bed on the underside of the material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePost-processing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePE foam can be processed with a knife or hot-knife after laser cutting. The foam can also be painted or glued with spray adhesive or contact adhesive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHard foam feels soft (for comparison, as soft as mattress foam) and is light grey in color. The cut is colorless and feels the same as unprocessed material.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"laserlokaal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29235648987234,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"pe-zachtschuim","title":"PE soft foam","description":"\u003cp\u003ePolyethylene (PE) soft foam is a material consisting of closed air cells. This property ensures that the material offers excellent protection. This foam is about as hard as mattress foam; we also offer a harder variant (hard foam).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe application area for PE foam is mainly for case inlays and for protecting objects. Additionally, the material is also very suitable for logos, wall ornaments, and layered sculptures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign considerations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoam has a relatively wide kerf; as a rule of thumb, the thicker the material, the wider the kerf. Surface engraving is possible and is relatively deep (1-2 millimeters).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaser Cutting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe material retains a clean cut without residue after laser cutting. The cut looks approximately the same as the material itself, but the cut is slightly angled. The foam is somewhat stretchable; we try to load the material into the laser as carefully as possible without tension, but it is possible that a \"relaxed\" component may deviate slightly from the actual size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtective film and double-sided adhesive film are not possible. Cut parts may have a small amount of black flashback from the laser bed on the underside of the material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePost-processing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft foam can be worked with a knife or hot-knife after laser cutting. The foam can also be painted or glued with spray adhesive or contact glue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft foam feels soft (for comparison, as soft as mattress foam) and is dark gray\/black in color. The cut is colorless and feels the same as unprocessed material. 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Finally, the material can be found in \"rough\" model building and dioramas, for example, as a base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Considerations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoam has a relatively large kerf; as a rule of thumb, the thicker the material, the wider the kerf. Small details (less than 5mm) should be avoided for this reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaser Cutting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe material maintains a clean cut without residue after laser cutting; the cut is slightly darker than the material. The foam is a bit stretchy, and we try to load the material into the laser as carefully as possible without tension, but it may be that a \"relaxed\" part deviates slightly from the actual size. Engravings are relatively deep and feel hard, as if the material has melted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble-sided adhesive film is not possible. Cut parts may have \"pits\" and black blowback from the laser bed on the underside of the material; this can be prevented with protective film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePost-processing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter laser cutting, EVA foam can be worked with a knife, Dremel, or hot-knife. The foam can also be painted, sanded, shaped, or glued with contact adhesive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEVA feels soft (for comparison, as soft as a yoga mat) and is white in color. The cut is slightly darker than the material. The material can be easily bent. 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