Specialty Acrylic Sheet

Common Properties

Common Brand Names ACRYLITE®, OPTIX®, Plexiglas®, CHEMCAST®, AMGARD®, Polycast™
Typical Thickness Size 0.06, 0.08, 0.1, 0.118, 0.177, 0.22, 0.354 in
Typical Lengths 48, 72, 96 in
Typical Widths 24, 48, 60, 72 in
Friendly Names Non-Glare Acrylic, AR Acrylic, UV Acrylic
Common Profiles Sheet

Regulations

UL-94 Flame Class
FDA
ASTM/Mil-Spec
USDA
FAR 25.853 Flammability
FAR 25.853 Smoke
D635 Self Extinguishing
RoHS Compliant
REACH Compliant

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Specialty acrylic sheet refers to modified acrylic materials engineered for enhanced performance in demanding environments. These specialty formulations provide benefits like increased abrasion resistance, UV stability, glare control, and even bullet resistance without sacrificing the clarity, formability, or lightweight nature of standard acrylic. Whether you're designing a protective barrier, museum display, outdoor signage, or ballistic panel, Piedmont Plastics can supply the ideal specialty acrylic sheet to match your specifications.

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Key Features of Specialty Acrylic Sheet

Specialty acrylic sheet combines the optical clarity of traditional acrylic with performance-enhancing modifications that extend material life and expand its application range.

Common performance features include:

Abrasion resistance: Hard-coated surface resists scratches and wear.
UV stability: Maintains clarity and strength in outdoor or sunlit environments.
Anti-glare finish: Reduces reflection for improved visibility in high-light areas.
Bullet resistance: Laminated or thick-gauge options for security applications.
Impact resistance: Enhanced toughness for demanding environments.
Lightweight: Offers significant weight savings over glass and polycarbonate.

Benefits and Advantages

Specialty acrylic sheet offers targeted enhancements that reduce maintenance, improve performance, and increase safety. Whether you're building a public safety shield or a display case exposed to UV light, modified acrylic helps extend service life and protect what matters. Let us help you select the right specialty acrylic for your specific needs.

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Common Applications

These modified acrylic sheets are trusted in industries where clarity, strength, and reliability are critical.

Protective barriers and glazing: High-impact or bullet-resistant variants used in safety shields and secure enclosures.
Outdoor signage: UV-stable and abrasion-resistant acrylic helps maintain long-term appearance.
Museum displays and picture framing: OP3 or P99 acrylic offers optical-grade clarity with glare reduction and UV protection.
Retail and POP displays: Scratch-resistant and anti-glare sheets ensure visual appeal and durability.
Transportation interiors: Specialty acrylics offer lightweight strength for cabin partitions and instrument panels.
Correctional and security glazing: Bullet-resistant acrylic for high-security windows and entryways.

Frequently Asked Questions

Below are some commonly asked questions about specialty acrylic sheet and how it performs in various environments.

Specialty acrylic used in applications that require enhanced durability, UV resistance, glare control, or impact protection, such as security glazing, displays, or outdoor signage.

Some modified acrylics, such as bullet-resistant or impact-modified variants, offer excellent impact resistance but are not entirely shatterproof like polycarbonate.

Yes. UV-stable acrylic sheets are specifically formulated to resist yellowing and degradation from prolonged sun exposure.

OP3 offers UV protection, P99 is a non-glare finish, and FF (frame-grade) acrylic is formulated for picture framing and display applications.

Why Buy from Piedmont Plastics?

Piedmont Plastics provides trusted solutions for performance plastics, including a broad inventory of specialty acrylic sheets. We offer technical support and supply chain reliability that ensure your project stays on time and on spec.

Nationwide network of branches: Local inventory and personalized support across North America.
Custom cutting and fabrication services: CNC precision cutting and part fabrication available.
Deep industry expertise: Our knowledgeable sales team helps you choose the right material every time.
Wide product selection that supports a one-stop-shop experience: Everything from general-purpose to high-performance plastics under one roof.