PMMA (Polymethyl Methacrylate): A Comprehensive Analysis of "Plastic Glass" Properties

What is PMMA?
PMMA (Polymethyl Methacrylate), known in Chinese as polymethyl methacrylate, is a common transparent thermoplastic. It is more widely recognized in the market by names such as acrylic glass, plexiglass, or acrylic.

Five Outstanding Advantages of PMMA

Exceptional Optical Performance
PMMA boasts the best light transmittance among all transparent plastics, even surpassing certain types of glass. Its transmitted light is soft and uniform, without causing noticeable glare, making it an ideal material for optical instruments, lighting equipment, and displays.

Excellent Weather Resistance
PMMA has strong resistance to ultraviolet radiation, making it resistant to yellowing, brittleness, or loss of transparency even with long-term outdoor use. High-quality PMMA can maintain good performance for over 10 years outdoors, far exceeding most other plastics.

Good Mechanical Strength
Despite its low density, PMMA's impact resistance is 7–18 times that of ordinary glass. When shattered, it does not form sharp fragments, significantly improving safety. Its tensile strength reaches 50–77 MPa, and its flexural strength is 90–130 MPa.

Ease of Processing and Molding
PMMA can be processed using various techniques such as injection molding, extrusion, casting, and thermoforming. It can also be easily cut, drilled, polished, and bonded, offering designers great creative freedom.

Eco-Friendly and Safe
PMMA is non-toxic and odorless, complying with food contact material standards. When burned, it does not release toxic gases (only CO₂ and water) and can be recycled, making it an environmentally friendly material.

Conclusion
As a high-performance, versatile material, PMMA has permeated every aspect of our lives. From everyday household items to high-tech applications, this "plastic glass" is replacing traditional materials with its unique advantages.

 QINGDAO PRIME UNION TRADE has been acting as the agent of Mitsubishi raw materials since 2002. It has offices in Zibo and Qingdao, with sales offices and warehouses. The raw materials are in sufficient stock and can be shipped at any time. The company is registered in Qingdao Free Trade Zone and has the right to import and export. It can carry out re-export trade, customs manual trade --customs supervision, and general trade in US dollars in the zone. At the same time, our brother company Qingdao Meitai Plastic is a modification plant with 16 years of experience, which can provide one-stop services for plastic modification, dyeing, and injection molding. If you need PMMA, please feel free to call us or leave a message/online communication.