Acrylic

Most acrylics are polymers of methyl methacrylate (PMMA). Acrylic can be optically clear or cloudy, as in the case of impact modified acrylics.

ADVANTAGES:

• Excellent optical clarity
• Excellent weatherability and resistance to sunlight
• Rigid, with good impact strength
• Excellent dimensional stability and low mould shrinkage
• Stretch forming increases bi-axial toughness

DISADVANTAGES AND LIMITATIONS:

• Poor solvent resistance; attacked especially by ketones, esters, chlorocarbons and aromatic hydrocarbons, freons
• Subject to stress cracking
• Combustible
• Continuous service temperature limited to about 200 F degrees
• Flexible grades unavailable

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS:

Transparent items such as lenses, automotive trim, household items, light fixtures, decorator items signage and point of purchase display

Visit the IDES database for detailed specifications.