![]() You can read about the project more here. We recently created a magnifying glass by machining a solid piece of square acrylic stock into a lens and 3D printing the handle. Because of its clarity, it is also often used for windows, tanks, and enclosures around exhibits.įrom Left to Right (Top to Bottom): Acrylic paint by Reeves, Acrylic Lens by Creative Mechanisms, Acrylic Nails, Acrylic Chairs by HStudio Common uses include lenses, acrylic nails, paint, security barriers, medical devices, LCD screens, and furniture. Airmen whose eyes were injured due to shards of broken acrylic fared much better than those affected by shards of shattered glass.Īcrylic in the modern era and in general is used for a variety of applications that typically take advantage of its natural transparency and the impact resistance of certain variants. ![]() Some of the first applications were in WWII when it was used for submarine periscopes as well as airplane windows, turrets, and canopies. It is generally considered one of the clearest plastics on the market. It was first produced in 1928 and was brought to market five years later by Rohm and Haas Company. What is Acrylic (PMMA), and What is it Used For?Īcrylic is a transparent thermoplastic homopolymer known more commonly by the trade name “plexiglass.” The material is similar to polycarbonate in that it is suitable for use as an impact resistant alternative to glass (particularly when the high impact strength of PC is not required).
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