Diy Foam Rubber Cutter

How to build a foam cutting table the simple way.

Diy foam rubber cutter. The hot wire foam cutter is a tool used to cut styrofoam polystyrene plexiglass etc. Then slowly push the foam rubber into the blade of the band saw. Turn on the band saw. Please be sure to read the comments that other users have left below.

First you need to use a pencil or a marking pen to draw lines circles or any shape you want to cut the foam rubber into. The device works by passing low voltage electricity through a nichrome wire causing the wire to heat up to about 200 c. Move the foam rubber along the line that you have stretched. To cut foam styrofoam or plastic.

Alternatively you can use a foam cutting saw to cut the foam rubber. Before you cut foam always make sure your work surface is flat stable and won t be damaged by cutting through the foam with the knife. The heated wire will be used to cut the foam and the other similar materials. If you choose to use a carving knife use a gentle back and forth sawing motion and let the blade work through the sheet.

Purchase your foam here. Cuts styrofoam for surfboards model plane wings sculpture model train or tabletop wargame terrain 3d sign letters mold models for lost foam casting etc. Our upholstery manager bernie shows you how to cut foam with a bread knife.