Cutting Polyethylene Foam

[Ramon Carrizosa]

Is it safe to laser Polyethylene Foam ( white packaging type foam)?

thanks

[Larry Bratton]

Is it safe to laser Polyethylene Foam ( white packaging type foam)?

thanks

I would assume so. I don't believe it contains any PVC.
I cut polystyrene foam all the time. That's the blue board made for building insulation.

[Ramon Carrizosa]

thanks for taking the time to answer.

[Margaret Turco]

I have cut similar material before. On the thicker stuff I had to take two passes and it can get a little "melty". It depends on the density really, and what else is in there (like EVA). 2# is fine, anything above 4# or .5" thick can be a pain, in my experience.

[Ramon Carrizosa]

Thanks!!! that is why I love this forum, great people!