Acrylic, also known as Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA), is a thermoplastic that can be formed into a number of shapes, making it suitable for use in a broad range of industries and products. Polymershapes offers a full-line of extruded and cast acrylic sheet products for many applications, including signage, displays, skylights and more.
Benefits of Acrylic (Polymethyl Methacrylate, PMMA)
More impact resistant than glass
High optical clarity
Easy to fabricate, glue, and polish
Available in a variety of finishes and patterns
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Common Applications
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Aerospace
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Armored Vehicle
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Automotive
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Building & Construction
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Bullet/Blast/Wind Resistant Security Windows, Doors, Enclosures and Glazing
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Bus & Rail
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Bus/Transit Shelters
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Countertop Templates/Cabinetry
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Data Centers & Aisle Containment
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Electric & Non-Printed Sign
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Electrical Applications
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Enclosures
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Golf Cart Windshields
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Greenhouses
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Healthcare / Medical
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Machine Guards
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Marine Applications
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Movie Studio/Sound Stage
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POP/Display
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Printing/Graphics
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Recreational Vehicles
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Skylights
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Watercraft
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Window Glazing
Physical Properties
Units | ASTM Test | General Purpose Acrylic | |
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Tensile strength @ break @ 73°F | psi | D638 | 2,800 – 10,900 |
Flexural modulus @ 73°F | psi | D790 | 188,000 – 512,000 |
Izod impact (notched) | ft-lbs/in of notch | D256 | 0.22 – 1.1 |
Deflection Temperature Under Load @ 264 psi Unannealed | ft-lbs/in of notch | D658 | 162 – 221 |
Water absorption @ 73°F – 24 hours | % | D570 | 0.29 – 0.42 |
Coefficient of linear thermal expansion (CLTE) | (in/in F) | D696 | 3.3E-5 to 5.0E-5 |
Taber Abrasion Resistance | mg | D1044 | 0.00100 – 3.81 |
Deflection Temperature Under Load @ 264 psi | °F | D648 | 125 – 223 |
* Technical Data is provided courtesy of UL Prospector (www.ulprospector.com) and IAPD (www.IAPD.org).
Data is to be considered representative and is provided for guidance only. All product performance must be verified by the user under actual application conditions.