PMMAAcrylic
Acrylic is a polymer made from esters such as acrylic acid or methacrylic acid. It does not discolor outdoors and has good chemical resistance and electrical insulation. Extruded acrylic is produced from pure raw material and has a consistent thickness; cast acrylic comes in a wide range of thicknesses and colors and is easy to work.
- Light transmittance (approx.)
- 92%
- Deformation onset
- 85℃
- Sheet thickness
- 1.5~70mm
- Rod diameter
- Φ2~150mm
Features
Transparency
Light transmittance of about 92%, with high hardness and excellent surface gloss.
Strength
More than 16 times stronger than glass.
Impact resistance
Lightweight, yet more impact resistant than tempered glass.
Deforms from 85℃
As a thermoplastic resin, it begins to deform at 85℃.
Handling precautions
Dissolves in ketones, esters and chlorinated hydrocarbons.
Properties
| Property | Unit | Test method | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light transmittance (approx.) | % | — | 92 |
| Deformation onset temperature | ℃ | — | 85 |
| Density | g/cm³ | — | Pending |
| Tensile strength | MPa | — | Pending |
| Flexural modulus | MPa | — | Pending |
| Heat deflection temperature | ℃ | — | Pending |
| Water absorption | % | — | Pending |
Typical values; they vary by grade and form. Rows marked “Pending” are still being verified — ask for them with your quote request if you need them.
Sizes
Acrylic sheet
- Clear
- 1.5
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 8
- 10
- 12
- 15
- 20
- 25
- 30
- 35
- 40
- 50
- 60
- 70
- Milky white (extruded), milky white (cast), frosted
- 2
- 3
- 5
- 8
- 10
- Smoke, black, brown, transparent red, red, transparent green, green, transparent yellow, yellow, sky blue, transparent blue, transparent orange
- 2
- 3
- 5
- 8
- 10
Acrylic rod
- 2
- 3
- 5
- 6
- 8
- 10
- 12
- 15
- 20
- 25
- 30
- 35
- 40
- 45
- 50
- 55
- 60
- 65
- 70
- 80
- 90
- 100
- 110
- 120
- 130
- 140
- 150
Applications
- Furniture
- Lighting
- Covers
- Signs and nameplates
- Display stands
- Aquariums
- Outdoor structures
Frequently asked questions
What sizes of acrylic sheet and rod are available?
Clear sheet comes in 1.5, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 50, 60, 70 mm. Milky white (extruded or cast), frosted, and smoke, black, brown, transparent red, red, transparent green, green, transparent yellow, yellow, sky blue, transparent blue and transparent orange sheet come in 2, 3, 5, 8, 10 mm. Rod comes in clear, Φ2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 80, 90, 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150 mm.
What is the difference between extruded and cast acrylic?
Extruded acrylic is produced from pure raw material and has a consistent thickness. Cast acrylic comes in more thicknesses and colors and is easy to work.
What temperature can acrylic withstand?
Acrylic is a thermoplastic resin and begins to deform at 85℃.
Which chemicals should acrylic be kept away from?
Acrylic has good chemical resistance, but it dissolves in ketones, esters and chlorinated hydrocarbons, so handle it with care around them.
Can acrylic be used outdoors?
Yes. It does not discolor outdoors and is used for outdoor structures and signs.
