Extruded Plastic Sheet | Piedmont Plastics

Common Properties

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

Electrical Properties

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

Mechanical Properties

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

Physical Properties

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

Regulation Properties

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

Thermal Properties

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

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about extruded acrylic? Here are some of the most common inquiries we receive, along with helpful answers to guide your decision-making.

Yes. It can be cut using routers, saws, or laser cutters and fabricated easily without cracking. Piedmont Plastics can also cut your extruded acrylic upon request.

Extruded acrylic is made through a continuous manufacturing process, resulting in tighter thickness tolerances and a lower cost—ideal for high-volume projects. Cast acrylic is produced in molds, offering better optical clarity, greater surface hardness, and improved chemical resistance, making it preferred for premium applications or when superior aesthetics are needed.

Continuous cast acrylic generally offers better optical clarity, higher molecular weight, and improved surface hardness. Extruded acrylic is often more cost-effective and consistent in thickness for certain applications, but continuous cast is preferred when premium appearance and performance are required.

Yes, clear extruded acrylic has optical clarity up to 92% light transmission, similar to or better than glass.

Extruded acrylic is a transparent thermoplastic made by continuously pushing acrylic resin through rollers to form flat sheets.

To clean acrylic, use a soft, non-abrasive cloth or sponge with mild soap and water. Avoid using ammonia-based cleaners (like glass cleaner) or rough materials, as they can cause scratching or clouding. For tougher spots, specialized acrylic cleaners and polishes are available for purchase to help maintain clarity and shine.

Yes, standard acrylic is more prone to scratching than materials like glass. However, scratches can often be polished out, and scratch-resistant (hard-coated) acrylic options are available for applications that require more durability.

Whether you need a single sheet or large-volume supply, Piedmont Plastics offers acrylic at our branches near you. We provide quick quotes, local pickup, and delivery options.

Polycarbonate and acrylic are both clear plastics. Polycarbonate is extremely impact resistant, more flexible, and handles higher temperatures. However, it scratches more easily and is usually more expensive. Acrylic offers better optical clarity, is more scratch resistant, easier to cut and polish, and holds up better to UV exposure. Acrylic is also more affordable, but less durable under impact.

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.