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 soot; engraving is possible to a limited extent, with superficial engravings 1–2 mm deep.

✔ Highlights

✔ Laser-compatible – clean, flat cuts without burning
✔ Ready to use – directly 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 unprocessed material but may be slightly sticky
✔ Post-processing possible – with knife, hot knife, glue, or paint
✔ Available in 10 mm and 20 mm – choose what you need

Which laser source is this material suitable for?

Applications

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

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

Technical properties

Material type: PE soft foam (polyethylene)
Finish: Soft, dark gray/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 shallow engraving possible

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 ready for laser cutting and extremely versatile – from protection to presentation.