Ribbed Acrylic Panel KX-KTW08
Attractively pattern, looks one side glossy,another side medium ribbed pattern, clear and produce certain light obstruction effect, it’s a great choice to bring interesting and beautiful patterns to partition , shower doors, display indoor/outdoor furniture, and home furnishing products. Architectural & Decorative applications, ideally instead of Rainbow glass & Decorative glass.
Raw material preparation
Use polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) as the base resin, add UV absorbers, light stabilizers, flame retardants and other additives. The raw materials need to be vacuum dried to avoid residual moisture and ensure the stability of the polymerization reaction.
Mold design and processing
Use CNC machine tools to carve molds with ribbed textures. The surface roughness of the mold needs to be controlled below Ra0.4μm to ensure the gloss and precision of the sheet after molding.
Casting molding
Inject the evenly mixed slurry into the mold and slowly cure it in a constant temperature and humidity chamber (temperature 25±2℃, humidity 60±5%). By controlling the curing rate, avoid deformation of the sheet caused by internal stress.
Post-processing process
Surface polishing: Use flame polishing or cloth wheel polishing to eliminate mold marks and improve light transmittance.
Customized cutting: Use laser cutting or CNC engraving to achieve complex shape processing.
Texture enhancement: Through chemical etching or hot pressing process, a microstructure is formed on the ribbed texture surface to enhance scratch resistance.
(1) Optical properties
Light transmittance: up to 92% (3mm thickness), with a soft diffusion effect when light passes through, suitable for lighting equipment.
Light diffusion: The ribbed texture can evenly disperse LED point light sources, eliminate glare, and improve visual comfort.
(2) Mechanical properties
Impact resistance: The ribbed structure enhances the rigidity of the sheet, and the impact strength is 16 times that of ordinary glass.
Weather resistance: The performance remains stable within the range of -30℃ to 70℃, and the transmittance decay is less than 3% after 2000 hours of ultraviolet irradiation.
(3) Processing adaptability
Thermoforming: When heated to 140-160℃, it can be molded into complex shapes such as arcs and spheres.
Surface decoration: It supports screen printing, UV printing, vacuum coating and other processes to achieve metallic texture, gradient color and other effects.
(4) Safety and environmental protection
Breakage safety: When broken, it is a block without sharp angles, which meets the EU EN 12600 safety standard.
Recyclability: The waste recycling rate exceeds 90%, which complies with ROHS environmental certification.
(1) Innovative application of architectural space
Dynamic facade system
In the curtain wall of intelligent buildings, ribbed acrylic panels are combined with LED matrices to control the changes in light sources through programming to form a breathing light and shadow effect. Case: A commercial center in Dubai uses this technology to reduce building energy consumption by 15% while improving visual appeal.
Acoustic optimization partition
The ribbed texture can enhance the sound absorption coefficient of the panel (NRC value reaches 0.6) and is used for partitions in open office areas. Actual measured data shows that the noise reduction in the 500Hz frequency band is 28dB.
Skylight structure
The double-layer ribbed acrylic panel hollow structure (filled with inert gas) has a heat transfer coefficient K value as low as 1.2W/(m²·K), which saves 40% energy compared to ordinary glass.
(2) Construction of commercial display system
Immersive display cabinet
In the display of luxury goods, the anti-reflective coating (AR coating) of ribbed acrylic sheet is used, with a reflectivity of less than 0.5%, to ensure the accurate presentation of the colors of the exhibits.
Modular light box system
The ribbed acrylic sheet light box can be quickly assembled through snap-on connectors, and the maintenance efficiency is increased by 60%. An international pop-up store adopted this solution and completed the construction of a 200 square meter exhibition area in 3 days.
Holographic projection medium
The special ribbed texture can control the refraction of the light path and achieve the naked eye 3D effect with the projection equipment. The application case of a science and technology exhibition hall in Shanghai shows that the audience's stay time is extended by 3 times.
(3) Transportation facility upgrade solution
High-speed rail window optimization
Ribbed acrylic sheet replaces traditional glass, reducing weight by 40%, and the bird strike resistance performance passes the EN 12600-2-30 test standard.
Subway light guide system
The ribbed texture is combined with the light guide fiber to realize dynamic station name display. The energy consumption of the Guangzhou Metro pilot project is 70% lower than that of the LED screen.
Innovation of sound barrier materials
Highway sound barriers use ribbed acrylic panels, which can reduce noise by 32dB in the 250-2000Hz frequency band, 15% higher than metal sound barriers.
(4) Functional integration of medical equipment
Surgical shadowless lamp lens
The uniform light diffusion characteristics of the ribbed acrylic panel make the illumination uniformity of the surgical area reach 95%, meeting the IEC 60598-2-41 standard.
Neonatal incubator
Medical-grade ribbed acrylic panels are used, with a UV transmittance of less than 0.1%, effectively blocking the spread of pathogens.
(5) Art installations and cultural and creative products
Parametric sculptures
Complex ribbed textures are generated through algorithms and 3D printed into large-scale public art installations. A case study of an art park in Beijing attracted 200% more daily passenger flow.
Smart furniture surface
Ribbed acrylic panels with integrated touch sensors enable interactive control of furniture surfaces. Milan Design Week exhibits won the Red Dot Design Award.
(1) Standardized installation process
Frame fixation
Aluminum alloy keel is used to reserve thermal expansion and contraction joints (gap width ≥ 2mm) to adapt to the deformation of the plate caused by temperature changes.
Bonding process
MS polymer glue is used, and it is cured for 24 hours at 20℃, and the bonding strength reaches 2.5MPa.
Suspension system
For large panels (>3㎡), steel wire rope + adjustable support structure is used to ensure the horizontal error <1mm/2m.
(2) Taboos
Temperature control: The working environment temperature must be controlled between -30℃ and 70℃, and avoid approaching heat sources (such as steam pipes).
Chemical protection: It is prohibited to contact with organic solvents such as acetone and chloroform, and rough sponges are prohibited when cleaning.
Load limit: Static load does not exceed 50kg/㎡, and dynamic load must be multiplied by a safety factor of 1.5.
(3) Maintenance plan
Daily cleaning
Use microfiber cloth + isopropyl alcohol solution (concentration <5%), and the monthly cleaning frequency is adjusted according to the dust level in the environment.
Scratch repair
Minor scratches: Apply car wax and then use 1200 grit sandpaper and water sanding.
Deep damage: Use thermoplastic repair method and use special acrylic welding rod to melt and fill.
Regular inspection
Perform light transmittance inspection every 2 years (using spectrophotometer), and perform surface refurbishment when the light transmittance is less than 80%.
Ingredients： |
1. PMMA |
2．PE protection film |
Material characteristics
项目 Item | 试验法 Test Method | 单位 Unit | 亚克力板PMMA |
吸水率 water adsorption | ASTM D570-98 | % | 0.3 |
热变形温度 distortion temperature | ASTM D648-07 | ℃ | 88.0 |
维卡软化温度 vicat softening temperature | ASTM D1525-09 | ℃ | 104.0 |
线膨胀系数 linear expansivity | ASTMD696 | cm/℃ | 7.8*10-5cm |
热传导率 Thermal conductivity | ASTMD177 | cm*sec℃ | 4.5*10-4Cal |
弯曲强度 Bending Strength | ISO177 | MPa | 91.4～119 |
抗拉强度 Tensile Strength | ISO527 | MPa | 75 |
悬臂梁缺口冲击强度 Notched Izod Imapct Strength | ISO179 | KJ/M2 | 1.5 |
燃烧性 flammability | UL 94-1996 | HB |
尺寸Dimension（L×W×T） | ||
长（L） | 宽（W） | 厚（T） |
1250/1220mm | 2500/2440mm | 3.0mm—12.0mm |
注：可根据客户不同模具需求，开好需要尺寸。 Note: according to customer demand for different mold, build the required size | ||
The arc-shaped texture and glossy surface create visual interest , providing a unique aesthetic appeal to the acrylic glass.
No, it is manufactured from 100% virgin acrylic material, ensuring high clarity, durability, and optical transparency.
It is extremely easy to fabricate, allowing for cutting, shaping, and drilling without the risk of shattering, making it suitable for various design and installation purposes.
Yes, it is shatter-resistant, offering superior impact resistance compared to traditional glass, reducing the risk of breakage and potential hazards.
Being made from virgin acrylic material, it is environmentally friendly and recyclable, contributing to sustainability efforts and reducing environmental impact.
It finds applications in architectural elements, retail displays, lighting fixtures, furniture design, art installations, signage, and branding, among others, due to its versatility, durability, and aesthetic appeal.
