PE soft foam

Material Overview

PE soft foam is a dense (open or closed cell) polyethylene foam with a soft, almost mattress-like structure. It offers excellent protection thanks to its elastic properties and feels pleasant to the touch. Ideal for laser cutting, where the material is cut cleanly and without residue; engraving is limited, with superficial engravings of 1–2 mm deep.

✔ Highlights

✔ Laser suitable – neat, flat cuts without burning
✔ Ready-to-use – usable straight out of the box
✔ Soft & flexible – feels comfortable and adaptable
✔ Cutting width approx. 0.6 mm (± 0.3 mm) – consider kerf
✔ Cutting edge feels identical to raw material but may be slightly sticky. 
✔ Post-processing possible – with knife, hot-knife, glue, or paint
✔ Available in 10 mm and 20 mm – custom choice

For which laser source is this material suitable?

Applications

For hobbyists:
Perfect for suitcase inlays, decorative wall ornaments, models, or layered sculptures. Fine engravings and contours give a handcrafted look.

For professionals:
Ideal for product packaging, tool execution, display inserts, and protective padding. Also suitable for prototyping, healthcare applications, or technical articles.

Technical Specifications

Material Type: PE soft foam (polyethylene)
Finish: Soft, dark grey/black, flexible and elastic
Thickness Tolerance: < 20 %
Available Thicknesses: 10 mm, 20 mm
UV Resistance: Not suitable for prolonged outdoor use
Protective Film: Not applicable
Density: ± 0.02 g/cm³
Temperature Resistance: Limited – low melting point
Cutting Width: ± 0.6 mm (± 0.3 mm)
Smallest Supplied Shape: 6 × 6 mm
Surface Engraving Depth: 1–2 mm as shallow as possible

Are you looking for a soft, flexible, and protective foam sheet for your laser projects?
Our PE soft foam sheets in 10 mm and 20 mm are directly laser-proof and extremely versatile – from protection to presentation.