Our Plastics Catalog

Quality plastic products in Melbourne

Supplying the plastic products that you need

High abrasion resistance
Low coefficient of friction
Impact resistance
Wear resistance
Excellent mechanical properties
Low weight
Excellent vibration dampening
High chemical resistance
Creep resistance
Fatigue strength
Rigidity

A comprehensive range of plastic products

Through the correct selection of a plastics solution for your application, we are able to take into account which of these properties is likely to suit your specific requirements. Many plastic materials are physiologically safe and can, therefore, be used in sensitive areas such as the medical and food industries. Plastic components can also be easily cleaned and maintained for a long and functional service life.

Acrylic / Perspex (PMMA)

SKU ACR

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- A Versatile Plastic

Acrylic is an ideal replacement for glass in many areas. Acrylic has outstanding weathering capability and exceptional clarity. Less than half the weight of glass, yet up to 15 times more resistant to breakage. Acrylic is 100% recyclable and suitable for contact with food.

Commonly known as:

Perspex
Plexiglass
Acrylite
Lucite
PMMA

Key Features:

Outstanding Weathering capability
UV resistance
Excellent dimensional stability
Half the weight of glass
Good hardness and durability
Scratch resistant

Applications:

Signage and lighting
Display units
Machine guards
Windows for boats, cars and aircrafts
Glazing for tractors and other machinery
Point of sale
Protection of Documents and Valuable artwork

Food Grade: FDA Approved

Available in:

Sheet: 1.5 - 50mm thick in a range of sizes, colours, opals, tints and prismatic

Rod: up to 150mm dia

Tube: OD: 6 - 500mm

Property	Unit	Value
Specific Gravity	G / cm ³	1.19
Tensile Strength	Mpa	75
Max Continuous Operating Temp	°C	70
Max Short Term Operating Temp (3hrs)	°C	90
Hardness	Rockwell M	94
Impact Resistance (Un-notched)	KJ/m²	15
Co-efficient of thermal expansion	m/(m.k) x 10¯6	81
Flammability Oxygen Index	%	17
Dielectric Strength	KV/mm	17