What is a leather split?

A split is the lower layer of a hide after the top grain has been separated. It has a suede-like surface on both sides, no grain, and is used for backing, lining and filling.

Can I laser engrave these panels?

Yes. The clean, even surface is made for laser engraving, and it also takes acrylic paint and markers.

What is the difference between the 2/4 oz and 4/6 oz options?

The 2/4 oz panels run about 0.8 to 1.6 mm thick, and the 4/6 oz panels about 1.6 to 2.4 mm. The lighter weight bends easily for linings; the heavier one holds shape for backing.

How does this compare with the Keystone Top Grain Veg Panels?

The top grain panels have a grain side and suit visible parts of a project. These splits are cheaper, thinner and better for hidden structure, lining and engraving.

Can I dye or paint these panels?

Yes. Being vegetable tanned, they accept acrylic paint, markers and leather dye. Expect the natural tone to darken with age and handling.

How many panels come in a pack?

Each pack contains one panel in the size and weight you choose.

Where is the MakerAid Keystone Veg Split Panels cheapest?

At Ivan Business, for $2.99, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the MakerAid Keystone Veg Split Panels?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 2 ratings.

MakerAid Keystone Veg Split Panels

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MakerAid Keystone Veg Split Panels

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Our take on the MakerAid Keystone Veg Split Panels

MakerAid Keystone Veg Split Panels are vegetable-tanned leather splits sold as single natural panels in two thicknesses and three sheet sizes. They are a budget-friendly workhorse for backing, filling and lining leather goods, and the clean surface takes acrylic paint, markers and laser engraving well. Compared with full-grain veg panels, splits are thinner and have no grain side, so they suit structure and decoration rather than visible wear surfaces. Choose them when you need inexpensive leather to stiffen, line or engrave.

Best forBacking and lining leather goodsLaser engraving and cutting testsPainting and marker decorationFilling and stiffening small projects

Pros

Vegetable tanned, so it takes tooling, dye and paint
Clean surface suited to laser engraving
Two weights cover thin linings and firmer backing
Three sheet sizes from A5 to B4
Sold as single panels, so you buy only what you need

Cons

Split leather has no grain side, so it is not for visible wear surfaces
Natural color only
Thickness is approximate within each weight range
Small sheet sizes limit large panels

MakerAid Keystone Veg Split Panels prices at every store

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About the MakerAid Keystone Veg Split Panels

These veg-tanned leather split panels are made for leathercraft. They can be used for backing, filling and completing a project, and they are also used for other projects.

The surface can be decorated with acrylic paints or drawn on with markers for finishing touches. The panels are also suited to laser engraving.

Tannage: Veg tanned
Color: Natural
Weight: 2 weights: 0.8 mm to 1.6 mm (2/4 oz) or 1.6 mm to 2.4 mm (4/6 oz)
Sizes: A5, A4, B4
A5 size: 235 mm x 147 mm (9-1/4" x 5-1/4")
A4 size: 210 mm x 297 mm (8-1/4" x 11-3/4")
B4 size: 250 mm x 365 mm (9-13/16" x 14-3/8")
Pack size: Each
Uses: Backing, filling, laser engraving, leathercraft projects
Decorating: Acrylic paints, markers

Questions and answers

What is a leather split?: A split is the lower layer of a hide after the top grain has been separated. It has a suede-like surface on both sides, no grain, and is used for backing, lining and filling.
Can I laser engrave these panels?: Yes. The clean, even surface is made for laser engraving, and it also takes acrylic paint and markers.
What is the difference between the 2/4 oz and 4/6 oz options?: The 2/4 oz panels run about 0.8 to 1.6 mm thick, and the 4/6 oz panels about 1.6 to 2.4 mm. The lighter weight bends easily for linings; the heavier one holds shape for backing.
How does this compare with the Keystone Top Grain Veg Panels?: The top grain panels have a grain side and suit visible parts of a project. These splits are cheaper, thinner and better for hidden structure, lining and engraving.
Can I dye or paint these panels?: Yes. Being vegetable tanned, they accept acrylic paint, markers and leather dye. Expect the natural tone to darken with age and handling.
How many panels come in a pack?: Each pack contains one panel in the size and weight you choose.
Where is the MakerAid Keystone Veg Split Panels cheapest?: At Ivan Business, for $2.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the MakerAid Keystone Veg Split Panels?: Rated 5 out of 5 from 2 ratings.