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Leyu acrylic can provide acrylic window panels - Leyu

Acrylic window panels：Plexiglass offers many advantages over glass and other forms of plastics. Plexiglass and acrylic panels are strong, durable, and reliable.

Model:
Acrylic Sheet
Brand:
Leyu
Code:
LY20231017
Material:
Mitsubishi Corporation Lucite brand acrylic raw material
Thickness:
20-800mm
Application:
Swimming Pool Acrylic aquarium
Packing:
Wooden box, iron frame
Installation Service:
Provide technical guidance and on-site installation services
Color:
Transparency reaches 92%
tubular:
Can customize cylindrical cylinders of different sizes
Uv resistance:
Uvioresistant
Production Capacity:
5000 tons
Diaphaneity:
Clear transparency, 92%
Pool Shape:
various shapes

Availability:



Inquire

Product Description

Product Description

What are the advantages and disadvantages of acrylic window panels?

Plexiglass, also known as acrylic glass, is a popular and affordable alternative to standard glass and safety glass. It’s used in many of the same ways as ordinary glass, but offers its own unique advantages. However, it also has certain disadvantages that make it a less valuable alternative to glass. That’s why it’s beneficial to understand the pros and cons of plexiglass so you can decide whether or not it is the right type of glass for your next project.

Pros of Acrylic window panels

1. Lightweight

2. Durable

3. Easy to Work With

4. Clearer Than Glass

5. UV Resistant

Cons of Acrylic window panels

1. Not Very Scratch Resistant

2. Not Heat Resistant

3. Prone to Yellow in the Sun

4. Not Eco-Friendly

Plexiglass offers a wide range of benefits in various applications, but it’s not the right solution for every project. Before we dive into the pros and cons of plexiglass, though, it’s important to understand what it is and how it’s made.

Acrylic panel - manufacture

Acrylic panel - manufacture

Acrylic panel - manufacture

What is Plexiglass (Acrylic window panels)?

While plexiglass and acrylic glass both have the word “glass” in them, they are not a true glass. True glass is made from molten silica sand and other materials, whereas acrylic glass is made of plastic.

Specifically, plexiglass sheets are a type of clear petroleum-based thermoplastic. Its official name is Poly (methyl methacrylate), or PMMA. A thermoplastic is a man-made plastic product classified as a “material that becomes softened and flexible” when heated. It was developed in 1928 as a safer and stronger glass alternative initially used for war, such as vehicle and airplane windows, canopies, and more.

The name “plexiglass” comes from the trademark name, Plexiglas®, given by one of the original manufacturing companies that developed acrylic glass. Other companies also have trademarks for acrylic glass, including Perspex®, Lucite®, and Acrylite®. These are all essentially the same product: transparent acrylic glass.

Clear acrylic comes in a variety of shapes, sizes, and thicknesses. Typically, they come in sheets, rods, or tubes, depending on what project they’re needed for. They can also be made in virtually any color or tint, such as tinted plexiglass or frosted plexiglass. Custom plexiglass can also come in whatever size, shape, thickness, or color wanted. Furthermore, plexiglass can be treated similarly to ordinary glass with special coatings, such as UV protection, low e, and anti–glare.

As mentioned, plexiglass is fundamentally different from other types of glass due to its chemical structure and how it’s made. There are many types of (true) glass, such as annealed glass, laminated glass, tempered glass, and more. However, acrylic glass is most often compared to tempered or laminated glass, as those are its closest competitors.

Both of those glass types are considered safety glasses, as they are strong, break-resistant, and pose less of a threat to human safety than annealed glass. Plexiglass is also used in similar structures, as it’s much stronger than annealed glass and even stronger than tempered glass.

Acrylic panel - transportation

Acrylic panel - packaging

Pros of Acrylic window panels

1. Lightweight

One of the greatest advantages of acrylic glass is that it’s two times lighter than standard glass. This is because the plastic material used to make acrylic panels is lighter than true glass. And what’s more, acrylic plexiglass is much stronger than standard glass—up to 30 times stronger! So, even though it’s a lighter material, it’s stronger and more durable than regular annealed glass.

This makes plexiglass an easy material to work with for DIY projects, and it’s less expensive to ship than other types of glass. Its ease of use, clear surface finish, and incredible strength make it an ideal material for a plexiglass shield or physical barriers where you still need to see what’s on the other side, such as a retail display. Because of how light it is, it’s the perfect material for face masks or face shields, as you can comfortably wear it without it being too heavy for one’s head.

2. Durable

Not only is plexiglass much stronger than standard glass, but it also has incredible impact resistance. This means it requires a significant amount of pressure and force to break when compared to traditional glass.

Its impact resistance and durability are due to it being a more flexible material. When a material can “flex” against pressure, it's much harder to break. With its impressive strength and impact resistance, plexiglass is highly durable.

Its durability and optical clarity make it a valuable versatile plastic material that can be used for a variety of projects. As mentioned above, there are different types of acrylic glass, and some are stronger and more durable than others. For example, polycarbonate (a type of clear plastic sheet) is used for structures that need the strongest impact resistance, making it the most durable type of plexiglass available.

3. Easy to Work With

One of the key advantages of plexiglass (as compared to standard or tempered glass) is how easy it is to work with. Not only does its lightweight structure make it easy to handle, but it can also be sawed, drilled, bent, and scored.

Standard annealed glass can be cut and drilled, but requires special skill and tools. Tempered glass, on the other hand, can’t be cut, drilled, or scored after it’s gone through the tempering process. That’s why tempered glass windows are a custom design that requires precise measurements.

With custom plexiglass, you can saw, drill, or score it for whatever project you have. Because it responds to heat, you can use a heat gun or hair dryer to bend into the shape you need. In contrast, glass cannot be manipulated as easily, as it requires extreme temperatures for it to reach a melting point where it can be shaped or bent.

With how functional a plexiglass sheet is, it’s one of the best materials for projects when you need a clear surface and room for customization.

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Is Plexiglass Right for Your Next Project?

Plexiglass is a valuable and versatile plastic material that can be used for a variety of projects. Many DIYers choose plexiglass for their projects because it’s extremely durable, lightweight, and easy to work with. It’s also a great alternative to glass, as it has a clearer view and is UV resistant.

However, plexiglass isn’t the perfect material for every project or home renovation. It’s prone to scratching, vulnerable to heat, and will yellow in the sun if the wrong type of plexiglass is used. Plus, it has a steeper environmental cost than glass.

Given this information, it’s now up to you to decide if plexiglass is the right material for your next project!

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Tips

Try to keep the area clean during construction. Anything that possibly can find it’s way into your seam will.

If you find any leaks after curing, you can use to cement a 1/4 x 1/4 inch acrylic strip to that area. The plastic supply will have small pieces of acrylic panel in their scrap pile.

Plastic needlepoint mesh from the craft store can be glued to acrylic panel with aquarium safe silicone. This can be used for overflows, drain covers or any place where you want water to flow, but not other materials (including fish). It comes in different gauge sizes, so using the largest size holes possible will allow for the least cleaning when the project is in use. It does clean easily with a soft toothbrush.

Plastic cable ties from the hardware store make great bulletproof anchors and tie downs for tubes, drains or equipment.

The hardware store also has a large supply of plastic and nylon screws, which can be invaluable to your design. Plastic plumbing supplies used for kitchen appliances, can be used for the standard bulkheads sometimes used in commercially made aquarium gadgets.

With a little ingenuity, most hobbyists can design and build the custom equipment they need to solve their personal needs and desires.