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EVA foam 100 kg/m3, high density, 5 mm gray - 100x50 cm

EVA foam 100 kg/m3, high density, 5 mm gray - 100x50 cm

| SKU: MGC-EVAF-0015
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Professional Density for High-Performance Cosplay Projects

Achieve professional results with high-density EVA foam, the essential material for structural integrity in armor and prop building. This firm EVA foam offers a perfect balance of rigidity and formability, making it the preferred choice for detailed cosplay construction. Its high-quality composition ensures that your projects maintain their shape while withstanding the rigors of long-term wear and intensive use.

Key Features

  • High Density: Featuring a 100 kg/m3 density, this EVA foam provides superior structural stiffness. It resists deformation and heavy pressure, ensuring your armor remains durable and reliable.
  • Optimal Thickness: With a 5 mm profile, this foam is ideal for creating core elements like chest plates, pauldrons, or shin guards. This specific thickness allows for clean beveling and intricate detail work without compromising the material strength.
  • Neutral Surface: The light grey color provides excellent visibility for tracing patterns and carving fine details. It serves as an ideal base for primers and paints, ensuring a professional finish on every cosplay project.
  • Large Format: The 100x50 cm sheet size offers a generous working area, reducing the need for visible seams on larger components. This size minimizes material waste and simplifies the layout process for complex templates.
  • Versatile Processing: This firm foam is easy to sand, dremel, and heat-form with a heat gun. After cooling, it maintains the desired shape permanently, making it highly suitable for complex, curved designs.

Where It Excels

  • Armor Construction

    This material serves as the foundation for durable breastplates, helmets, and bracers. Its structural rigidity allows for precise heat-shaping while maintaining a crisp, professional appearance during high-activity conventions.

  • Prop and Weapon Building

    The 5 mm thickness is perfect for layering onto weapon cores or building shield structures. It accepts sanding perfectly, allowing you to achieve sharp, realistic blade edges that will not dent during light stage combat or LARP events.

  • Intricate Detailing

    The high density of the foam makes it excellent for cutting fine patterns, runic etchings, or decorative trim. Because the material does not fray during cutting, you can create clean, crisp textures that elevate the overall quality of any cosplay build.

Complete your kit with professional tools and reliable adhesives to ensure your work stands the test of time. Discover our full range of EVA foam and accessories to bring your creative vision to life.

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FAQ

What is the difference between EVA foam densities?

Lower density EVA foam is softer and more flexible, making it easier to heat-shape. Higher density foams, measured in kg/m³, are firmer, more resistant to deformation, and ideal for creating armor details that require precise sanding.

How do I effectively heat-form EVA foam?

The best way to shape EVA foam is by using a heat gun set to medium temperature. Heat the material evenly until it becomes pliable, then stretch it over a form or shape it by hand, taking care not to scorch the surface.

What is the best adhesive for EVA foam?

The most effective way to bond EVA foam is by using contact cement or specialized flexible cyanoacrylate (super glue). Before applying the glue, lightly sand the edges to significantly improve the bond's adhesion.

Do I need to prime EVA foam before painting?

Yes, to achieve a lasting finish, you must seal the EVA foam surface first using a flexible sealant like white glue (PVA), a dedicated primer, or a spray-on rubberized filler. Skipping this step causes the material to soak up paint, which can lead to cracking when the piece is flexed.

What tools should I use to cut and sand EVA foam?

For cutting EVA foam, a very sharp snap-off utility knife or scalpel works best to ensure clean edges. For sanding, an orbital sander with 80 to 240 grit sandpaper is ideal for achieving a smooth finish, even on firmer types of foam.

How should I store EVA foam safely?

EVA foam should be stored in a dry place away from direct sunlight and intense heat sources, which could permanently deform the material. Sheets should be stored flat to prevent unwanted creases.

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konrad@cobaltweb.cc