Melbourne’s No.1 Acrylic and Polycarbonate supplier
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We supply only Quality Acrylic and Polycarbonate materials, including Perspex®, Plexiglass and Lexan®.
Full range of Sheets, Rods & Tubes
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CUT-TO-SIZE ACRYLIC MELBOURNE is a Trademark and business operated by PLASTICS FOR INDUSTRY. We have a proven record of supplying top quality materials and great customer service.
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COMPARE THE 5 BEST REASONS TO USE PERSPEX® ACRYLIC or POLYCARBONATE
ADVANTAGES OF PERSPEX® ACRYLIC
- Up to 20 times greater impact strength than glass
- Will not shatter into small fragments like glass if broken
- Excellent Weather and Chemical resistance
- Lightweight, less than 1/2 that of glass, making it safe and easy to handle.
- Exceptional clarity ( better than glass ) with no optical distortion
DISADVANTAGES
- Relatively low impact resistance compared to Polycarbonate
- Not self extinguishing
- Notch sensitive. Avoid cutting sharp internal corners. Refer to our guide in DIY for cutting and drilling information
ADVANTAGES OF LEXAN® POLYCARBONATE
- Incredible Impact strength – 250 times greater than glass
- Easy to cut and drill without cracking
- Can be Cold bent to Angles and curves without heating
- Excellent fire rating properties – Self extinguishing
- Available with an Abrasion Resistant UV coating, making it the “Ultimate” clear plastic glazing material
DISADVANTAGES
- Relatively poor Chemical resistance compared to Acrylic
- Scratches easily ( unless coated with abrasion resistant surface )
- Not as rigid as Acrylic ( ie. more flexible )
DISADVANTAGES
- Relatively low impact resistance compared to Polycarbonate
- Not self extinguishing
- Notch sensitive. Avoid cutting sharp internal corners. Refer to our guide in DIY for cutting and drilling information
DISADVANTAGES
- Relatively poor Chemical resistance compared to Acrylic
- Scratches easily ( unless coated with abrasion resistant surface )
- Not as rigid as Acrylic ( ie. more flexible )
Please contact our Professional staff for more information, helping you make the right decision for your application.
Common uses for Acrylic and Polycarbonate include:
- Forklifts
- Earth moving equipment
- Security screens in Banks, Hospitals, Prisons, Police stations, Railway stations, Bus stop shelters.
- Skylights
- Windows
- Picture Frames
- Horse floats
- Boat Windows
- Aircraft Windows
- Helicopter Windows
- Race car Windows
- Pergolas
- Partitions
- Pool Fencing
- Display units
- Machine safety guards
- Balustrades
- Off-road vehicles
- Caravans
