I want to cut stencils from 2 mm craft foam. Would this work for that?
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I am sure it would cut through it but I do not know if it would be a clean cut or not. I have never cut foam with a hot tool...I usually use an X-acto knife or something similar.
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I think you could cut it to a custom size, although I'm not sure what would be the best way to cut it. The foam would stay together and keep it's shape after you cut it.
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I have used it to cut foam core up to 1/2" for my interior design boards, but that's as thick as I've had occassion to cut. I believe you can adjust the depth of the blade up to an inch though.
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I used a similar cutter on cardboard and foam core for art class. Draw guides lines AND use a ruler to guide the blade, make sure you have something flat and solid under your work surface [I used another sheet of cardboard] press firmly and roll rather slowly. It was the BEST way to cut all the design panels I needed [especially compared to scissors and evil evil box cutters!] However, it will dull the blade quickly.
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Sure! It cuts easily with scissors. I used this in a mine craft themed bedroom for my son, as a rug. ... it is a hit!
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I'm pretty sure it will. I tried it on heavy stencil plastic and it went right through.
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I would agree with other comment. By itself it would take up a lot of space but trimming it or having a place that sells foam trim it would work. You could also have one cut at a Macs or somewhere that sells it. Good luck! We love this product for our toddlers!
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Yes it can. As an interior designer who also makes the items I sell, I have much experience in cutting foam. The easiest way to cut foam is using an electric knife. Hope this helps.
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In my classes we use the stencil cutter for small curved area, in particular. For long straight lines we use an exacto knife and a steel ruler. So the answer is yes.
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Lori, Even though I have never tried it. My educated guess is that yes it would. My knife goes thru foam like butter so this might take a bit longer but still do the job. Sam
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Yes. I used a Cameo to cut stencils with the Grafix plastic, speed 1-2, blade thickness 3, thickness 25 (24-27). I use single cut but you may want to try double cut. The perfect setting will depend on the level of detail in your project. These cuts will dull your blade, get a spare for use with plastic.
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The Tool Cuts 8 Inch laminate Reasonably Well. I Did Not Have Attached Pad, However I Don't Think The Blade Will Have Any Issues Will Cutting The foam.
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Yes! I used it to etch wine glasses. It rinses off no problem and doesn't damage the stencils at all.
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Can be done, BUT the knife edge is about 5/8" tall so makes intricate details and sharp inside corners difficult at best. the thinner "Needle" type knife is needed for the finer details. Great knife for cutting large areas, fully adjustable temperature settings is great. I now have both. If your foam has a plastic or paper covering on it, it will need to be removed first, like on Foam Board (Blue or Pink). If on the white bead board with the plastic covering,,,, use a knife or razor blade, forget the hot knife.
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Yes you can use an xacto knife. I have used an xacto knife and our laser cutter. Your stencil should last you for years with the right care.
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Not sure because the cover would be larger than the pad but I think the foam would be alright to cut just the cover would be larger. We returned ours because to smell was so strong even after months. It may air out in the summer but we got tired of waiting so we sent it back.
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Yes, stamping will work. I stenciled it to make wrapping paper, and it came out great!