Acrylic sheets are widely used in various fields such as advertising production, decoration, display props, etc. due to their excellent transparency, weather resistance, and plasticity. As a professional printing factory, we can provide high-quality
Acrylic sheets and related processing services according to the diverse needs of our customers. Below is a detailed introduction to the product parameters and process instructions of acrylic sheets.
1、 Product parameters
1. Material composition
The material of acrylic sheet is the key to determining its performance and application scenarios, and its specific composition is as follows:
Main material: The main component is polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), which is a high molecular polymer with excellent transparency. The transparency can reach over 92%, close to glass, and the specific gravity is only half of glass, with a lightweight texture. At the same time, PMMA has good chemical stability and weather resistance, which can resist UV radiation for a long time and is not easily yellowed or aged.
Additives: To meet different performance requirements, corresponding additives will be added. For example, adding impact modifiers can improve the impact resistance of acrylic sheets; Adding color masterbatch can make acrylic sheets of various colors, with bright and uniform colors; Adding flame retardants can endow acrylic sheets with certain flame retardant properties, making them suitable for places that require fire prevention.
2. Specifications and dimensions
Acrylic sheets come in a wide range of specifications and sizes, which can be flexibly selected and customized according to actual applications
Thickness: The common thickness range is between 1mm-50mm. Thin plates ranging from 1mm to 5mm are commonly used for making lampshades, signage panels, etc; 6mm-15mm thick plate is suitable for display racks, photo frames, etc; Thick plates ranging from 16mm to 50mm can be used to make large display props, mechanical protective covers, etc. In addition, thicker acrylic sheets can be customized according to special needs.
Size: Standard board sizes typically include 1220mm x 2440mm, 1220mm x 1830mm, 1500mm x 2000mm, etc. For requirements that exceed the standard size, splicing processing can be carried out; For small components, they can be cut according to the design dimensions. At the same time, various irregular shapes such as circular, triangular, and irregular acrylic sheets can also be customized to meet different installation and decoration needs.
3. Performance characteristics
The performance characteristics of acrylic sheets give them unique advantages in various fields:
Transparency: As mentioned earlier, the transparency is extremely high, and the light passes through softly without dazzling, making it an ideal material for making lighting fixtures, display windows, and more. Even colored acrylic sheets can maintain good transparency.
Weather resistance: It can work stably in the temperature range of -40 ℃ to 80 ℃, resist erosion from natural environments such as wind, sun, and rain, and is not prone to cracking, deformation, and other phenomena. Its service life can reach 5-10 years.
Mechanical performance: It has a certain degree of hardness and toughness, with better impact resistance than ordinary glass. It is not easily broken when impacted, and even if broken, it will not form sharp fragments, making it safer. At the same time, its surface hardness is moderate and can be polished, polished, and other treatments.
Processing performance: Strong plasticity, easy to perform cutting, carving, drilling, bending, bonding and other processing operations, can meet the production needs of various complex shapes, providing designers with broad creative space.
Chemical stability: It has a certain resistance to general acids, bases, organic solvents, etc., and is not easily corroded, but long-term exposure to strong solvents may damage its surface.
4. Color Types
Acrylic sheets come in a variety of colors to meet different decorative and functional needs
Transparent acrylic board: It has the best transparency and is commonly used to make lampshades, fish tanks, display cabinets, etc. It can maximize the display of internal items or lighting effects.
Colorful acrylic board: available in various solid colors such as red, yellow, blue, green, as well as gradient colors, pearl colors, etc. Solid color acrylic board has bright and full colors, suitable for making logos, signs, decorative panels, etc; Gradient and pearl colors are more artistic and commonly used in high-end decoration and creative products.
Matte acrylic board: The surface is treated with a matte finish, giving it a hazy texture. It is transparent and opaque, protecting privacy while creating a unique light and shadow effect. It is suitable for partitions, screens, lampshades, etc.
2、 Process Description
1. Processing technology
There are various processing techniques for acrylic sheets, and suitable processes can be selected according to different needs:
Cutting process: including laser cutting and mechanical cutting. Laser cutting has high precision, smooth and flat incisions, suitable for cutting complex shapes and fine patterns, and does not generate mechanical stress, with minimal damage to the board; Mechanical cutting is suitable for cutting large quantities of simple shapes, with high efficiency and relatively low cost.
Carving process: Using a carving machine to carve on the surface of acrylic sheets can form patterns, text, or textures of varying depths. The carved surface can be polished and polished to make it smoother and more delicate, suitable for making signs, artworks, personalized decorations, etc.
Bending process: Acrylic sheets have a certain degree of thermoplasticity and can be softened by heating, and then bent and shaped according to the shape of the mold. Common heating methods include hot air heating, water bath heating, etc. The bent acrylic sheet can maintain a stable shape and is suitable for making curved lampshades, display stands, pipelines, etc.
Adhesive process: Use specialized acrylic adhesive to bond two or more acrylic sheets together to form the desired structure. When bonding, it is necessary to ensure that the interface is flat and firm, avoiding bubbles and gaps. Common bonding methods include docking, overlapping, and corner joints.
Polishing process: For the edges and surfaces of cut or carved acrylic sheets, polishing treatment can be carried out to improve their smoothness and transparency. Common polishing methods include cloth wheel polishing, flame polishing, diamond polishing, etc. The polished acrylic board is more beautiful and has a better hand feel.
2. Production process
Design planning: Conduct professional design planning based on customer needs and application scenarios. Determine the size, shape, color, processing technology, etc. of the acrylic board, while considering the structural stability and aesthetics of the product.
Material selection: Select acrylic sheets of appropriate specifications, colors, and properties according to design requirements to ensure that the quality of the materials meets the standards.
Cutting and processing: Cut the acrylic sheet according to the designed size and shape using the corresponding cutting process to obtain preliminary blanks.
Carving processing (if required): For products that require carving, fix the cut blank on the carving machine and carve it according to the design pattern.
Bending forming (if required): If bending is needed, heat and soften the sheet, then place it in the mold for bending and shaping, and take it out after cooling.
Adhesive assembly (if required): Assemble various components together through adhesive technology to ensure a firm and smooth connection.
Polishing treatment: Polish the edges and surfaces of the product to improve its smoothness and transparency.
Quality inspection packaging: Conduct a comprehensive quality inspection of the completed acrylic products, including dimensional accuracy, appearance quality, performance, and other aspects. Qualified products should be cleaned and packaged with packaging materials that provide protection against scratches, damage, and other issues during transportation and storage.
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