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EVA foam 65 kg/m3, 5 mm orange - 50x50 cm

EVA foam 65 kg/m3, 5 mm orange - 50x50 cm

| SKU: MGC-EVAF-0024
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Color: Orange
Size: 50x50 cm
Thickness: 5 mm
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Description

Reliable base for armor and cosplay props

This orange EVA foam with a density of 65 kg/m³ and a thickness of 5 mm serves as a professional foundation for intricate cosplay armor and detailed props. Its balanced density provides excellent structural rigidity while maintaining the flexibility required for comfortable movement and complex shaping. Designed for creators, this material ensures high precision during cutting and clean, smooth edges for every project.

Key features

  • Optimized density: With a density of 65 kg/m³, this EVA foam strikes a perfect balance between structural firmness and flexibility. It effectively resists mechanical deformation, ensuring that armor pieces retain their intended shape throughout long events.
  • Perfect 5 mm thickness: The 5 mm profile is ideal for crafting mid-sized armor components like bracers, pauldrons, or layered plates. This thickness offers a robust feel while remaining lightweight enough to prevent unnecessary strain on finished costumes.
  • Convenient format: Each 50x50 cm sheet allows for efficient template planning with minimal waste. This compact size is easy to handle, transport, and store, fitting perfectly on standard cutting mats for precise work.
  • Thermal shaping: The material responds exceptionally well to heat, allowing for seamless thermoforming with a heat gun. Once heated, the EVA foam becomes highly pliable, capturing complex contours before cooling into a rigid, permanent form.
  • Vibrant orange color: The uniform, high-visibility orange pigment makes it easy to trace patterns and mark cut lines. This color provides an excellent base for painting and ensures that deep scratches or surface wear remain less noticeable.

Applications

  • Armor and costume building

    The 5 mm sheets serve as the standard material for constructing intermediate-scale armor parts. Due to its density, the foam can be layered to create realistic depth and impressive combat-worn textures, ensuring durability for photoshoots and conventions.

  • Decorative details and ornaments

    Excellent for creating geometry-based designs, embossed runic symbols, or intricate appliques. The smooth surface allows for precise scoring and engraving, which can be further enhanced by heat-treating the foam to open up the cut lines for a deep, professional finish.

  • Safe LARP weaponry

    Thanks to its elasticity and resilient nature, this foam is frequently used as a reliable cushioning layer for LARP equipment. It serves as an ideal protective wrap for the cores of swords, axes, or shields, ensuring safety during intense field combat scenarios.

To achieve the best results, use a dedicated contact adhesive to ensure strong and flexible bonds between layers. After shaping and assembly, prepare your surface for finishing using professional finishing and painting accessories to give your project a professional, long-lasting look.

Specification

Attribute Value
Thickness
5 mm
Self-adhesive
No
Color
Orange
Density
65 kg/m3
Size
50x50 cm
SKU:
MGC-EVAF-0024
EAN:
5904423961052

Reviews 6 reviews

FAQ

What are colored EVA foam sheets best used for in cosplay and LARP?

Colored EVA foam is primarily used for crafting armor, props, costume pieces, and character decorations. Due to its structure, it is lightweight, durable, and easy to shape, allowing for the construction of both complex armor sets and intricate details or masks.

Which EVA foam density should I choose for my project?

The choice of density depends on the purpose of the element: foams with lower density (approx. 65 kg/m³) are more flexible and work better for large, articulated armor parts, while higher-density variants (above 100 kg/m³) offer better rigidity, making it easier to sand details and maintain sharp edges.

What is the best way to cut and shape colored EVA foam?

The most effective way to cut EVA foam is by using a fresh snap-off blade or a sharp scalpel, which ensures a clean, smooth edge. To shape forms and smooth surfaces, a heat gun is ideal, as the temperature allows you to deform and set the material into the desired shape.

How can I effectively glue colored EVA foam pieces together?

EVA foam is best joined using polychloroprene-based contact cement, applied in a thin layer to both surfaces. Before pressing the pieces together, wait until the glue feels tacky to the touch, which ensures a durable, flexible bond that resists cracking.

Do colored EVA foam sheets require special priming before painting?

Yes, EVA foam has closed pores, so it must be sealed before painting, for example, by heat-sealing the surface or applying several layers of a dedicated sealer. Without proper preparation, the paint may fail to adhere or be absorbed by the material, which would diminish the final visual effect.

How should I store EVA foam sheets to prevent warping?

EVA foam sheets should be stored flat in a dry area with stable room temperature, away from direct sunlight. Storing them in a rolled position or under heavy objects for long periods can lead to permanent deformation of the material, which is difficult to correct later.

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