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Sponge, foam has a wide range of uses, household cleaning utensils, bath sponges, cleaning sponge, polishing foam, mop sponges, etc. It is also used in upholstered furniture, such as the sofas we sit on, office chairs, and mattresses are also made of sponge. In addition, foam is also widely used in the packaging industry. The lining sponge of the packaging can prevent the product from being deformed and bumped.

EPE EVA Foam Sponge Digital CNC Cutting Machine

 

There are also many products for cutting sponges and foam, mainly manual cutting, punching machines, laser machines, oscillating knife cutting machines, etc.

The manual cutting machine is cheap, but the utilization rate of the sponge is relatively low, and the operation is complicated, it has high manual technical requirements for users. Moreover, it is difficult for manual cutting tools to cut special shapes and arcs. More suitable for straight line cutting. In addition, manual cutting has a certain risk of injury. This kind of machine is often used to cut mattresses and sofa sponge pads, which are very thick sponges.

The punch itself is expensive, and it is also expensive to make molds. Therefore, it is very suitable for products with a single shape that need to be mass-produced. For example, bath sponges and cleaning cotton are products with a single shape and high output requirements, you can make a square or circular mold, which can punch out many products at one time. EVA foam with relatively high hardness cannot be processed by a punch machine. For thicker EPE foam, the edge of the punch cut is not vertical. However, products with relatively large sizes cannot use punching machines. It is impossible to make such large molds for products with a size of more than one meter. In addition, the punch press is also very dangerous. Often occur the situation that injures operator’s hand.

Since there are many private customized products on the market now, there are many special-shaped sponges for cutting, proofing, and small batch production will use laser machines and oscillating knife cutting machine that are cheaper than punching machines. Compared with the oscillating knife cutting machine, the laser cutting machine is cheaper, but because it is laser burning and cutting, the light-colored sponge will have yellow burnt edges, which will affect the appearance of the product. In addition, sponges are flammable products. Laser cutting presents a significant risk of fire.

The oscillating knife cutting machine is a new type of cutting equipment in recent years, which cuts materials through high-frequency vibration of the blade, It is physical cutting. Therefore, the cutting edge is smooth without yellow edges, and there is also no smoke and dust during the cutting process.

In addition, the digital knife cutting machine for foam can also be equipped with a variety of cutting heads to meet various processing needs. For example, the packaging lining sponge cutting, equipped with oscillating knife and milling tool, to achieve cutting grooves with one machine.

There are several benefits of using an oscillating knife cutting machine over a CNC router for cutting EVA foam.

Here are some key advantages:

1. Precision and Clean Cuts: CNC foam cutting machine is professional designed for cutting soft materials like EVA foam. They utilize a vibrating blade that moves back and forth at high speeds, allowing for precise and clean cuts. This technology ensures that the foam is cut without any deformation or damage.

2. Versatility: foam cutting machine offers greater versatility in cutting different shapes and contours in EVA foam. The oscillating blade can easily navigate through complex designs, sharp corners, and intricate patterns. It provides the flexibility to cut both simple and intricate shapes with utmost accuracy.

3. Improved Efficiency: The foam CNC cutting machine has a faster cutting speed compared to CNC routers when it comes to cutting softer materials like EVA foam. The oscillating knife quickly moves through the foam, reducing the processing time significantly. This enhanced efficiency can be especially beneficial for larger production runs or time-sensitive projects.

4. Reduced Material Waste: EVA foam cutting machine has minimal material waste due to their precise cutting capabilities. By accurately following the desired cutting path, they minimize the risk of errors and ensure optimal material utilization. This reduces overall costs by minimizing material waste.

5. Ease of Use: CNC foam cutting machine is relatively easy to operate, even for beginners. They typically come with user-friendly software that allows users to create and modify cutting patterns easily. The intuitive interface and simplified programming make it convenient to set up and execute cutting tasks with minimal training.

IGOLDENCNC is a professional manufacturer for oscillating knife cutting machines since 2012, which have rich cutting experience and professional technical team. You can tell us your cutting requirement and our sales will provide you suitable cutting proposals. Meantime, we will also offer free cut testing services. You can send your material to us and we test for you.