UV-transmitting Acrylic
UV-transmitting acrylic is a high-performance plastic designed to allow ultraviolet light to pass through, unlike standard-grade acrylics, which aim to filter out UV rays.
They are essential for applications that require UV rays to pass through, for instance, in tanning equipment or greenhouse windows. UV-transmitting plastics combine exceptional transparency and clarity with high durability and weather resistance to create a tough and adaptable sheet.
UV-transmitting acrylic sheets key details
Our UV-transmitting acrylic sheets use a unique formulation designed to allow over 90% of UV rays to pass through.
Beyond their optical properties, these sheets have a lightweight and shatter-resistant profile, making them durable and reliable in scenarios where stress and strain are expected. This profile also makes them a safer and more versatile alternative to traditional glass. Each sheet is also resistant to blemishing and yellowing, ensuring the material maintains clarity over time.
Use Cases
UV-transmitting acrylic is the ideal solution for any application requiring high-clarity ultraviolet light penetration.
Tanning Equipment: UV-resistant acrylic sheets can be used as the primary surface for tanning beds, as they allow UV rays to pass through, whilst also remaining durable and easily sanitised.
Art & Museum Lighting: Often deployed in museum and art displays, which require UV rays to permeate into a space.
Signage and Retail Displays: Due to exceptional levels of clarity and durability, UV-transmitting acrylic is perfectly suited to creating retail displays and signage for use in public.
UV-transmitting acrylic for Bespoke Projects
UV-transmitting sheets from Sheet Plastics are available on a cut-to-size basis to meet your specific requirements. This means the sheet is ready for immediate installation upon arrival.
We also ensure that all sheets are cut to high levels of precision, so you can feel confident specifying dimensions and shapes to allow for seamless integration into any bespoke project.
Simply use the cutting tool on our product pages to order your sheets in bespoke sizing.
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UV-transmitting acrylic sheets FAQs
How does UV-transmitting acrylic differ from standard acrylic?
Standard acrylic is designed to block UV light, in order to help prevent yellowing, damage and blemishes to the material. Meanwhile, UV-transmitting acrylic is formulated to let UV rays pass through with maximum efficiency.
Is UV-transmitting acrylic easy to clean?
The process of cleaning UV-transmitting acrylic is straightforward, requiring only warm water, a mild soap and a soft cloth.
Simply apply the warm, soapy water to the surface of the UV-transmitting acrylic sheet using the soft cloth, to remove dirt, stains and other visual blemishes from the surface. This should be done somewhat regularly, in order to try to maximise the clarity of the material.
What is the transmission rate of UV-transmitting acrylic?
The transmission rate of UV-transmitting acrylic sheets is around 90%, meaning 90% of UV rays pass through the material, providing a high level of clarity.
