Plexiglas vs. Polypropylene Machining

Comparison of Plexiglas and Polypropylene Property Values

Plexiglas
0.2
10,000
480,000
4
400
Material
Water Absorption Rating
Tensile Strength
Flexural Modulus
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion
Dielectric Strength
Polypropylene Homopolymer Polypropylene Copolymer
slight slight
5,400 3,800
225,000 215,000
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Material Properties

  • High transparency
  • Light transmission (>92%)
  • Good resistance to UV lightening and weathering
  • Extremely high surface hardness
  • Good resistance to chemicals
  • Mechanical strength
  • FDA compliant grades available
  • Impact resistance
  • Moisture resistance
  • Machinability

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