Description
E500 High-Density EVA Foam Sheets — 50–55° Shore C (5 mm)
The cosplay-and-costume standard in our thicker 5 mm sheet, sized at a convenient 39″ × 51″. Medium-firm Grade A Rubber EVA that heat-forms cleanly by hand, holds crisp edges and detail, and sands smooth — the extra thickness gives bigger armor pieces and props more body and structure.
Why Choose Avetco E500 EVA
- Grade A Rubber, 50–55° Shore C — firm enough to hold a clean edge, soft enough to heat-shape with a hot-air gun.
- Closed-cell & water-resistant — won’t soak up water, paint, or contact cement.
- Thicker 5 mm build — more rigidity and presence for large pieces; pairs with our 3 mm sheet for layering.
- Black & red — the bold colors most-requested for finished costume builds.
- Standard 39″ × 51″ sheet — easy to handle and store; step up to our jumbo 47″ × 87″ sheet when you need bigger panels.
Best Uses
- Cosplay & costume armor — chest plates, pauldrons, helmets, bracers.
- Props & weapon builds needing clean detail and a paintable surface.
- Footwear & orthotic midlayers and padding.
- 3D / puff embroidery backing for hats and caps — raised, structured lettering and logos.
- Signage, shadow boxes, displays and general craft fabrication.
Technical specifications
| Grade | E500 · Grade A Rubber (50–55° Shore C) |
| Material | Closed-cell Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate (EVA) |
| Sheet size | 39″ x 51″ (99 x 130 cm) standard |
| Thickness | 5 mm |
| Density | 145–170 kg/m³ |
| Tensile strength | 1,700–2,000 kPa |
| Elongation | 195–220% |
| Rebound | 36% |
| Compression set | 31.3% |
| Water absorption | Negligible (closed-cell) |
| Heat-forming | Softens approx. 150–200°F |
Compliance: Non-hazardous, TSCA-listed material. Safe for craft, costume, and footwear use.
