Extruded Plastic Sheet | Piedmont Plastics

Common Properties

Common Brand Names OPTIX®, AMGARD®, ACRYLITE®, Plexiglas®, Polycast®
Typical Thickness Size 0.06 - 4 in
Typical Lengths 24 - 96 in
Typical Widths 48 - 96 in
Friendly Names Clear Acrylic, Plastic Glass, Perspex
Common Profiles Sheets, Rods, Tubes

Physical Properties

Density 0.90 - 1.40g/cm³
Water Absorption 0.05 - 0.70%
Moisture Absorption at Equilibrium 0.10 - 0.80%
Linear Mold Shrinkage 0.002 - 0.020mm/mm
Melt Flow 3 - 30g/10 min

Electrical Properties

Dielectric Strength 300V/mil
Dielectric Constant 2.6dimensionless
Dissipation Factor 0.02dimensionless
Volume Resistivity 1.0E+14ohm·cm
Surface Resistivity 1.0E+15ohm/sq
Arc Resistance 120seconds
Comparative Tracking Index (CTI) 600V
Thermal Coefficient of Dielectric Constant - 100ppm/°C
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Sensitivity Highqualitative
Breakdown Voltage 20kV

Mechanical Properties

Hardness, Rockwell R 115Rockwell R
Tensile Strength, Ultimate 70MPa
Tensile Strength, Yield 65MPa
Elongation at Break 3%
Elongation at Yield 5%
Modulus of Elasticity 3200MPa
Flexural Yield Strength 95MPa
Flexural Modulus 3200MPa
Compressive Yield Strength 110MPa
Bearing Yield Strength 110MPa
Shear Strength 55MPa
Izod Impact, Notched 0.7kJ/m²
Izod Impact, Unnotched 1.5kJ/m²
Gardner Impact 15J
Falling Dart Impact 12J
Instrumented Impact Total Energy 18J

Thermal Properties

CTE, linear 70µm/m°C
CTE, linear, Transverse to Flow 70µm/m°C
Deflection Temperature at 0.46 MPa (66 psi) 105°C
Deflection Temperature at 1.8 MPa (264 psi) 90°C
Vicat Softening Point 105°C
Flammability, UL94 HB
Max Continuous Operating Temperature 160°F
Minimum Operating Temperature - 40°F
Thermal Conductivity 0.19W/m·K

Regulations

UL-94 Flame Class
FDA
ASTM/Mil-Spec
USDA
D635 Self Extinguishing
RoHS Compliant
REACH Compliant

Extruded Acrylic at Piedmont Plastics

Piedmont Plastics is a trusted plastic sheet distributor, offering extruded acrylic sheets that provide excellent clarity, durability, and versatility. Made through a continuous extrusion process, extruded acrylic sheets provide uniform thickness and are ideal for a wide range of applications. Compared to glass, extruded acrylic is half the weight, highly impact-resistant, and more cost-effective, making it a popular choice for a variety of industries. Our acrylic sheets come in multiple sizes, thicknesses, colors, patterns, and textures, with custom options available to meet specific project needs.

One of the key benefits of extruded acrylic is its exceptional optical clarity, offering up to 92% light transmission for a brilliant, glass-like appearance. It is also highly durable, with excellent impact resistance and the ability to withstand harsh weather conditions, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. These plastic acrylic sheets are easy to cut, drill, and shape without cracking, allowing for seamless fabrication.

Thanks to its strength, clarity, and adaptability, extruded acrylic is widely used in industries such as signage, retail, architecture, and manufacturing. It is commonly found in point-of-purchase displays, illuminated signs, safety partitions, architectural glazing, industrial machine guards, and automotive components. Businesses rely on extruded acrylic sheets for their lightweight design and ability to be customized to precise specifications.

As a leading plastic sheet distributor, Piedmont Plastics provides wholesale acrylic sheets in a range of options to suit different applications. Whether you need plastic acrylic sheet for signage, industrial use, or architectural glazing, we have the right solution. Contact us today to learn more about our extruded acrylic sheet options and request a quote!

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Key Features of Our Extruded Acrylic

Extruded acrylic is a cost-effective and versatile thermoplastic, offering a range of benefits that make it a preferred choice for various industries. Here’s a closer look at some of the key features of extruded acrylic:

Lightweight and Strong: Extruded acrylic is half the weight of glass and five times stronger while offering greater impact resistance, making them ideal for high-traffic environments.
Impact Resistant: More durable than traditional glass, extruded acrylic sheets withstand everyday wear and tear, reducing the risk of breakage, decreasing shipping costs, and providing longer overall life of critical parts
Exceptional Optical Clarity: With up to 92% light transmission, plastic acrylic sheets provide outstanding clarity, making them perfect for signage, displays, and glazing.
Easy to Fabricate and Customize: Extruded acrylic is simple to cut, shape, and thermoform, allowing for seamless customization in a variety of sizes, thicknesses, and finishes.
Weather Resistant: Extruded acrylic sheets resist moisture and environmental elements, maintaining their integrity in both indoor and outdoor applications.
Cost-Effective Solution: Extruded acrylic sheet delivers strong performance without the high price tag.

Each of these features makes extruded acrylic a top choice for designers, engineers, and manufacturers who require a durable, customizable, and budget-friendly material.

Extruded Acrylic Benefits

Known for its exceptional thermoformability and optical clarity, extruded acrylic is an ideal material for applications requiring electrical insulation, temperature resistance, and UV stability. Contact our expert team with any questions, and we'll guide you through product selection and installation!

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Applications of Extruded Acrylic Materials

Extruded acrylic can be used in a variety of applications, including:

Signage and Displays: The clarity and durability of extruded acrylic sheets make them ideal for retail signs, menu boards, point-of-sale display cases, and exhibition displays that need to withstand high-traffic areas and indoor or outdoor environments.
Architectural Glazing: Extruded acrylic is useful for glazing applications, such as skylights, soundproof windows, and protective barriers.
Automotive Applications: In the automotive industry, extruded acrylic is used for components like windshields, light covers, and interior elements.
Manufacturing Applications: Extruded acrylic is widely used in the manufacturing sector for machine guards, inspection windows, and equipment covers.
Framing and Mounting: The lightweight nature and shatter-resistant properties of extruded acrylic makes it ideal for frames in high-traffic areas such as hospitals, hotels, and public spaces, ensuring both safety and durability.
Greenhouses: Used for greenhouse glazing, extruded acrylic offers high light transmission (up to 92%) that promotes optimal plant growth. Additionally, its durability ensures long-term performance, maintaining clarity and structural integrity over time.

Differences Between Extruded and Cast Acrylic

Both cast acrylic (plexiglass) and extruded acrylic offer similar benefits; however, each material offers a unique set of properties that work well in different applications.

First and foremost, extruded acrylic is made by feeding, or extruding, a heated liquid polymer through a series of rollers to form a sheet. As a result, extruded acrylic costs less than cast and is more dimensionally stable. It is softer, easier to glue, and is regarded as the best for chemical bonding. With a lower melting temperature, extruded acrylic is also easier to laser cut, rout, and polish. Lastly, because of the production process, extruded acrylic is less susceptible to dirt, lint, or particle contamination.

Why Buy Extruded Acrylic from Piedmont Plastics?

At Piedmont Plastics, we take pride in delivering value-added services and high-quality extruded acrylic products tailored to your needs. Here’s why we are the right supplier for you:

Wide Product Selection: Our inventory includes a broad range of extruded acrylic sheets available in different sizes, thicknesses, and colors to suit various applications.
Precision Cutting and Fabrication: With advanced CNC capabilities, we provide custom-cut extruded acrylic components designed to your exact specifications.
Industry Expertise: Backed by decades of experience, our knowledgeable team is ready to assist you in selecting the best extruded acrylic material for your application.
Convenient Nationwide Availability: With numerous branches across North America, we make it easy to access extruded acrylic and other performance plastic materials wherever you are.
Commitment to Quality: We uphold strict quality standards, ensuring that every extruded acrylic product meets or exceeds industry expectations.