A foam cutter is a handheld tool that is used to cut foam materials manually. It is typically used for small-scale projects and can be used to create intricate shapes and designs. Foam cutters come in different shapes and sizes, and they can be used to cut different types of foam materials, including expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam, extruded polystyrene (XPS) foam, and polyurethane foam .
On the other hand, a foam cutting machine is a specialized piece of equipment that is used to cut foam materials automatically. Foam cutting machines come in different types, including CNC hot wire foam cutters, CNC routers, and CNC laser cutters. These machines are typically used for large-scale projects and can be used to cut foam materials into complex shapes and designs with high precision. The choice of machine depends on the type of foam material being cut, the thickness and size of the foam, and the desired level of precision .
CNC hot wire foam cutters use a heated wire to cut foam materials, while CNC routers use a drilling-like motion to cut foam materials . CNC laser cutters use a laser beam to cut foam materials, which can produce a high-quality surface finish.