PlasticsAcrylic glass (PMMA)

Description:

Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) is a colorless thermoplastic.

History:

Polymethyl methacrylate was developed around 1930, at about the same time in Germany, Great Britain and Spain, and was brought to market in 1933. One of the first everyday products were covers for radio record player combinations Braun SK 4.

Structure and properties:

PMMA is produced by polymerization of the monomeric methacrylic acid methyl ester.

Good machining possible
Easily deformable
Transmits light better than normal glass
Weather and ageing resistant
Elastic and impact-resistant
Multicolor plastics

Areas of application :

Glazing, reflectors, light guides, floodlight signs, light covers, light advertising, industrial door glazing, furniture, roofing, greenhouses, sanitary objects

Semi finished products and material properties:

Plates Rods Tubes

Balls and half-shells

PMMA material properties