Clear cast (GS) PERSPEX® sheet 3 mm

Frequently Asked Questions

• Which thickness is most suitable for my project?

  We have developed the thickness aid to make it easy to calculate which thickness best suits your application. This will help you find the right sheet thickness for your project. However, no rights can be derived from the thickness aid.

• Is acrylic easy to clean?

  Yes, preferably with Vuplex cleaning products.

• How strong is acrylic?

  Acrylic is thirty times stronger than regular glass. It has a tensile strength of 83 MPa and flexural strength of 120 MPa.

• Is acrylic UV-resistant?

  Yes, acrylic is UV-resistant.

• Is acrylic sheet heat-resistant?

  Acrylic can withstand temperatures up to 80 degrees Celsius.

• Is acrylic weather-resistant?

  Yes, of course. Acrylic is UV-, moisture and frostresistant, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

• How can I attach/glue my acrylic sheet?

  For a detailed explanation, see our editing tips. To choose the most suitable glue, use our glue calculator.

• Are acrylic sheets easy to process?

  The budget acrylic (XT) sheet is more difficult to machine than cast acrylic (GS) sheet. This is because the budget acrylic is more under tension, which can cause the sheet to crack during operations. Do you want to be able to edit the sheet without any worries? Then we recommend that you view our cast acrylic sheets. Check out our editing tips for more information.

• What is the difference between glass and acrylic sheet?

  Acrylic sheet is not actual glass but plastic. This makes it cheaper, twice as light and thirty times as strong as regular glass. The difference with real glass is almost invisible, thanks to the acrylic’s clarity and high light transmission. In addition, unlike ordinary glass, acrylic is easy to work with. It does not shatter, so the editing possibilities are endless, just like the different colours, thicknesses and dimensions in which you can buy acrylic sheets.

• What is the difference between XT and GS?

  XT sheets are extruded acrylic sheets. These budget sheets have more tension, so they can tear when you edit them. The GS sheets are cast acrylic sheets. These stress-free sheets make them suitable for sawing, drilling, milling and (hot) bending operations. However, when making the XT sheets, the extrusion can cause more impurities to arise. Cast sheets are, therefore, generally purer.

• What is the difference between acrylic and PERSPEX®?

  They are PMMA sheets that are finished in the same way. Apart from the brand name, there is no difference between acrylic and PERSPEX®.