Cast Acrylic

1mm-30mm, 30mm-480mm thickness | Ship to Worldwide | UV Resistant

At Excelite, our optical polycarbonate sheet offers many technical advantages, including exceptional impact resistance, light transmission rates of up to 89%, UV protection, and virtually unbreakable properties.

Description

Cast acrylic, also referred to as optically glass-like plexiglass, are manufactured from a continuous cast process with extremely high optical clarity thermoplastic material.

Acrylic is used in a wide variety of applications because it can be easily thermoformed and machined, making it an extremely versatile material suitable for a wide range of applications. Excelite® Acrylic is a thermoplastic substrate, can it be further processed through thermoforming into numerous shapes and designs. When heating to the applicable softening temperature, Excelite Acrylic will exhibit a level of shrinkage in length and width of a max.3%.

Compared to all other types of transparent thermoplastics, acrylic has outstanding resistance to the damaging effects of sunlight and outdoor weathering.

Most commercial acrylics have been UV stabilized for good weather ability and resistance to sunlight exposure.

Product Features & Benefits

Optical Clarity: Cast acrylic offers extremely high light transmission and clarity, greater than 92% light transmission.
UV Resistance
High Strength
Thermal Stability: The cast acrylic in low internal stresses and high dimensional stability over temperature changes. It can withstand 120-170°F continuously.
Ease of Fabrication
Easy To Bond
Easy To Machine
Easy To Thermoform
Chemical Resistant
Good Dimensional Stability
Good Electrical Insulation
UV Printing or Silk Screen Printable
Patterns and Finishes

Product Specifications

Available thickness range: 30mm to 480mm for cast sheets
Sheet dimensions: 1220x2440mm, 1830x2440mm, 2050x3050mm or customize
Weight: Density 1.22kg/sqm

Technical Specifications

Acrylic Type: Cast acrylic
Finish: Glossy
Opacity: Transparent
Cutting Tolerance: +/- 0-0.2mm
Masking: Our cast acrylic sheet with two sides film coating. This protects it from scratching.

Acrylic Sheet Care

Acrylic is a relatively soft material and can scratch easily if not taken care of. It also naturally builds up a static charge and can attract dust easily. We suggest the two most recognized Acrylic cleaners available: Novus and Brillianize.

Quality Standards

Compliance with international quality and safety standards (e.g., ISO, ASTM, UL, AS, CE)
In-house quality control measures
Third-party inspection and certification (if applicable)
Warranty or guarantee offered on the products

The differences of Cast Acrylic Vs. Extruded Acrylic

Cast acrylic, also names cast perspex is made by pouring liquid plastic into a glass mold until it hardens into a solid, clear sheet. A popular brand called Plexiglass is made this way.

Extruded acrylic is made a bit differently. The liquid plastic is pushed through a extrusion machine that shapes it into sheets using rollers.

Both cast acrylic sheets and extruded acrylic look and work in similar ways, but the way they are made is slightly different.

Differences In Properties

Properties/ Features	Cast Acrylic	Extruded Acrylic
UV Stability	Excellent	Good: UV resistance, but might not perform as well as cast acrylic sheet while direct sunlight.
Clarity	Superior optical clarity with high light transmittance	Good, suitable for most applications
Wight	Slightly heavier due to its density	Slight lighter than cast acrylic
Chemical Resistance	Resistant to many chemicals but can be affected by strong solvents.	Generally resistant to common chemicals, but specific resistances may vary.
Scratch Resistance	High: More resistant to scratches	Less resistant to scratches, but much better than polycarbonate sheets
Colours	Available in a wide range of colours and thicknesses.	Fewer colours available, primarily under MOQ requirement.
Thickness Tolerance	Varied: +/- 15% thickness variability.	Consistent: +/- 10% thickness variability.
Flame Polishing	Produces cleaner edges, but more time-consuming.	Easier to achieve, but might not result in as clean of an edge.
Cost	Generally more expensive due to its properties and manufacturing process.	More cost-effective, making it a popular choice for projects with budget constraints.

Differences in Processing Performance

Continuous Service Temperature: 180° F (Cast Acrylic Sheet) vs. 160° F (Extruded Acrylic Sheet)
Formability Temperature Range: 340° F to 380° F (Cast Acrylic Sheet) vs 290° F to 320° F (Extruded Acrylic Sheet)
Cast acrylic has a higher molecular weight, therefore it will cut, drill and rout cleaner.
Ease of Machining: When machining cast acrylic, shavings will flake off whereas extruded acrylic shavings may gum up on the tool.
Glue-joint effectiveness: It offers stronger glue joints with cast acrylic sheets and performs better in laser cutting.
Higher optical clarity: Cast acrylic typically has light transmission of 90-93% and above and extruded acrylic sheet ranges 88-92% light transmission. This can make a noticeable clarity difference.
Better UV resistance: Additives cast acrylic sheet provides increased protection from yellowing degradation.

Cast Acrylic Applications

Acrylic Dice

Cast acrylic comes in a variety of colors and thicknesses, making these acrylic dice in variety of colors and designs.

Acrylic Furniture

acrylic coffee table, acrylic side table, lucite coffee table, clear chair, all kinds of modern, sleek aesthetic designs. Excelite acrylic furniture combines functionality with contemporary elegance, making it a popular choice for you to custom clear furniture.

Acrylic Wine Rack

Modular wine rack, acrylic wine holder, acrylic wine stand rack, Excelite offers customers to custom a clear view of stored items while maintaining a sleek appearance.

Store Display Fixtures

Store fixtures need to be durable, attractive and stylish. Acrylic sheet or polycarbonate sheet and PETG from Excelite can easily be molded into the perfect shape and design, all with exceptional durability. The store fixtures are available in many colors, textures, finishes, and sizes.

Point of Sale(POS) Displays

Custom POS (Point of Sale) displays made with acrylic sheets are lightweight and can be made in many different shapes and styles.

With clear, glossy surfaces and flexible design options, acrylic displays help stores highlight their brand and boost sales effectively.

Acrylic Aquariums

Whether it’s a home acrylic aquarium or a large tank in a public space, cast acrylic provides glazing pool excellent visibility and durability.

Boat Windscreens

Shatter proof screens, windows, HCMT doors, protective barriers, machine guards, impact resistance is essential for safety and security.

Skylights

Clear acrylic sheets are commonly used as a substitute for glass in roof skylight, flat roof skylights, skylight replacements, and dome skylights.

Advertising Display

Aura frame, custom framing, picture framing with lightweight, shatter-resistant acrylic advertising LED sign board that provide exceptional clarity and UV protection, making them ideal for preserving photos, prints, and memorabilia.

FAQ

1. How does the optical clarity of cast acrylic compare to other acrylic types?

Cast acrylic provides superior optical clarity and surface quality compared to extruded acrylic. This makes cast acrylic the preferred choice for applications requiring high transparency and visual quality, while extruded acrylic may be suitable for more budget-conscious projects where perfect clarity is less critical.

2. What is the best way to cut and polish cast acrylic to achieve a smooth edge?

Cutting Cast Acrylic

Circular Saw
Table Saw
Jigsaw

Polishing Edges

Sanding Block
Buffing Wheel
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