Light MDF, 1/8 Inch, Unfinished
Our light MDF is a smooth, consistent, budget-friendly sheet for laser cutting and engraving. It cuts cleanly on CO2 and diode lasers, takes paint and glue evenly, and is the go-to material for prototypes, test cuts and painted projects.
Material: Light MDF (medium density fiberboard)
Thickness: 1/8 inch (approx. 3mm)
Sizes: 12x12, 12x19 and 16x24 inches
Pack options: Single sheet or 10-sheet pack (lower price per sheet)
Finish: Unfinished
Why makers choose it
- Even density throughout, with no knots, grain or voids, so cuts and engraves are consistent sheet to sheet
- Denser and stronger than particle board, and more uniform than plywood
- Dimensionally stable, with less expansion and contraction than natural wood
- Smooth surface that takes paint and glue well for a clean finished look
Laser compatibility: Works with CO2 and diode lasers, including Glowforge, xTool, OMTech, Thunder, Trotec and Epilog. The 12x19 size is made for Glowforge-size beds; 16x24 suits larger-bed lasers. Also cuts with CNC routers and scroll saws.
Popular projects: Christmas ornaments and gift tags, layered wall art, signs and door hangers, boxes and organizers, puzzles, templates and jigs, and prototypes before cutting premium wood.
Useful resources: Glowforge CO2 Cut Settings, Glowforge Diode Cut Settings, xTool Diode Cut Settings, Fire Safety, Troubleshooting
Need a different look or thickness? Try Dark MDF 1/8 Inch or Light MDF 1/4 Inch.