Corrugated Cardboard
Overview
Single or double-wall corrugated cardboard. Cuts cleanly for packaging, displays, and architectural models. Engrave through the surface layer to reveal the corrugated inner pattern for decorative effects.
Properties
Difficulty
beginner
Pros
- Extremely inexpensive
- Easy to cut at very low power
- Good for prototyping and packaging
- Recyclable
- Widely available
- Good for test cuts
Cons
- Flammable — use caution
- Not durable
- Can produce smoke and soot
- Uneven surface
- Limited precision
- Absorbs moisture
Best For
- Packaging prototypes
- display stands
- architectural models
- shipping inserts
- point-of-purchase displays
Avoid For
- High-quality aesthetic cuts (rough edges from flute structure)
- moisture environments
Laser Compatibility
Corrugated cardboard cuts but channels trap heat — fire risk. CO2: cut 500mm/s 25W single pass. Diode: cut 400mm/s 80%. Monitor closely. Useful for packaging prototypes. Flame polished cut edges.
Brands
Recycled shipping boxesAmazon shipping boxes