Basic Properties of Polypropylene Plastic

Basic PropertiesValueMaterial NameAcrylic, Plexiglass, PMMA Poly(methyl methacrylate)DensityFrom 1.17 to 1.2 g/cm3Natural ColorTransparentProcessing technologyExtrusion, Cast, Injection Molding

physical propertiestesting standardunitvalueDensityASTM D-792g/cm31.2water absorption (immersion 24 hours)ASTM D-570%0.2

Mechanical Properties

Mechanical PropertiesTesting StandardUnitValueTensile StrengthASTM D-638Mpa68Tensile Modulus of ElasticityASTM D-638Mpa3000flexural strengthaSTM 790Mpa100flexural modulus of elasticityASTM 790mpa2200Charpy Impact StrengthkJ/m217hardnessASTM D-2240D100

thermal propertiestesting standardunitvaluecoefficient of linear thermal expansionASTM D-69610-5-1/K7heat deflection temperature (66psi/264psi)ASTM D-648℃90max continuous service temperature in air-℃70

Acrylic/Plexiglass plastic in all forms

Acrylic Sheet, Acrylic Rod, Acrylic Block, Acrylic Tube, and Machining Service…

About Acrylic/plexiglass Plastic

Acrylic plastic is a thermoplastic made of polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA). It was developed in several laboratories in 1928 and produced by German Röhm & Haas AG in 1933. Acrylic plastic is also known by the trade name “plexiglass”.

As a popular engineering plastic, Acrylic (or plexiglass) offers a variety of high-performance properties, such as high optical clarity, high impact resistance, lightweight, innate wearability and UV resistance, and excellent chemical resistance.

Plexiglass sheet is a transparent, glass-like plastic sheet that is much lighter and more durable than glass. Otherwise, acrylic is easy to thermal form into other shapes.

The coating technology on the surface can enhance its functionality, including scratch resistance, anti-fog, anti-static, and reflective characteristics. Therefore, acrylic is generally used for commercial aquariums, medical devices, automobile exterior light lenses, machine guards, front panels, indoor and outdoor signs, POP displays, and exhibits.

More Information About Acrylic/Plexiglass

Acrylic Plastic Product That UVTECO Supply

Profile/Shape

Sheet
Block
Light diffuser
PMMA Film
Rod
Tube
Customized Profile

Grade

Cast Acrylic
Extruded Acrylic
Light Diffuser
Print Grade
Flame Retardant
Infrared Transmitting
Optical Grade
LGP (light guide plate)

Color

Nature (transparent)
White
Black
Green
Blue
Grey
Customized colors

Coating Type

ESD/Anti-static
Scratch-Resistant
Anti-Fog
UV Resistant
Anti-Glare
AR (anti-reflection)

Surface

Glossy/polished
Matte/Frosted
Prismatic/texture

Sheet/Block

Thickness: From 0.4mm to 200mm
Max. Width: 2000mm

PMMA Film

Thickness: From 0.045mm to 0.1mm
Max. Width: 1360mm

Acrylic Rod

Diameter: From 2mm to 350mm
Custom Length

Acrylic Tube

Diameter: From 2.5mm to 1500mm
Custom Length

Custom Profile

Extrusion process;
Custom profile;
Custom color;

Remark

All sizes can be customized according to the requirements of clients;
Machining services are available;

Properties of Acrylic plastic

Basic Properties	Value
Material Name	Acrylic, Plexiglass, PMMA Poly(methyl methacrylate)
Density	From 1.17 to 1.2 g/cm³
Natural Color	Transparent
Processing technology	Extrusion, Cast, Injection Molding

physical properties	testing standard	unit	value
Density	ASTM D-792	g/cm³	1.2
water absorption (immersion 24 hours)	ASTM D-570	%	0.2

Mechanical Properties	Testing Standard	Unit	Value
Tensile Strength	ASTM D-638	Mpa	68
Tensile Modulus of Elasticity	ASTM D-638	Mpa	3000
flexural strength	aSTM 790	Mpa	100
flexural modulus of elasticity	ASTM 790	mpa	2200
Charpy Impact Strength		kJ/m²	17
hardness	ASTM D-2240	D	100

thermal properties	testing standard	unit	value
coefficient of linear thermal expansion	ASTM D-696	10-5-1/K	7
heat deflection temperature (66psi/264psi)	ASTM D-648	℃	90
max continuous service temperature in air	–	℃	70

Main Usage of Acrylic Plastic

Industrial parts by injection molding;
Industral parts by machining acrylic sheet/block/rod;
Rapid prototype of automotive light
Display Sign;
Fish tank and aquarium;
Front panel of the electric device;
Sight glasses & face shield;
The windshield of the golf cart and motorcycle;
LED Light Diffuser;
Makeup Case;
Acrylic Furniture;
Laboratory equipment;

Main Feature of Acrylic Plastic

Glass-like, and offers 92% light transmission;
Excellent weatherability and UV resistance;
Outstanding machinability, for example, thermoforming, CNC machining, hot bending;
Higher surface hardness than polycarbonate;
Easy to print by UV printing and silk-screen printing;
Excellent chemical resistance and thermal insulation;
Environment-friendly material and meet RoHS and REACH requirements;
Lower price than polycarbonate;

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Leading Supplier of Acrylic/Plexiglass in China

UVTECO was involved in the acrylic/plexiglass field in 2003. With cooperation with Lucite, Mitsubishi, and Röhm, UVTECO provides high-quality products to global clients, including acrylic sheets, PMMA Film, acrylic blocks, acrylic rods, and acrylic tubes. With continuous effort, UVTECO has grown to be a leading supplier of acrylic-based products in China, and we are storing acrylic sheets/blocks/rods/tubes in frequently used sizes for fast delivery.

Meantime, UVTECO is providing the integrated machining solution for acrylic-based parts/components, the main machining methods include cutting, bending, drilling, 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling, CNC Turning, injection molding, thermal forming, silk-screen/UV printing, engraving, polishing, coating, etc.

As an ISO-certified company, UVTECO provides high-quality acrylic-based products and parts/components for more than 2,500 clients from more than 45 countries. They are active in agriculture, architecture, automation, the automobile industry, the medical industry, the aerospace industry, security, and protection.