Acrylic & Polycarbonate Fabrication
Acrylic and polycarbonate are two of the most widely used transparent thermoplastics. Acrylic, also known as polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), is a synthetic polymer derived from acrylic acids. Polycarbonate, on the other hand, is a polymer characterized by organic functional groups linked by carbonate groups.
Benefits of Polycarbonate and Acrylic Fabrication
The use of acrylic and polycarbonate materials offers several advantages:
- Shatterproof and Impact Resistance: Both acrylic and polycarbonate are extremely resistant to impacts and are shatterproof, making them safer alternatives to glass.
- Weather Resistance: These plastics can withstand extreme temperatures, variable moisture, sunlight, and other environmental conditions.
- Lightweight: Lightweight, transparent, and shatterproof, acrylic and polycarbonate are excellent choices for applications that require durability without the weight of glass.
- Color Customization: Both materials can be colored while maintaining transparency, allowing for a wide range of aesthetic choices.
- Chemical Resistance: Polycarbonate, in particular, resists a variety of chemicals, including acids.
- UV Protection: With inherent UV-filtering capabilities, polycarbonate is ideal for eyewear and outdoor applications.
- Electrical Insulation: Naturally a strong electrical insulator, polycarbonate is suitable for applications requiring non-conductive materials.
Yongrad specializes in the fabrication of custom acrylic and polycarbonate products for diverse applications, including laboratory equipment and furniture. We offer several customizable options to ensure that our products meet the specific requirements of your workspace or environment.
Acrylic and Polycarbonate Fabrication Process
Yongrad uses advanced CNC machines and specialized equipment to precisely shape plastics into the desired end products. Our machining processes include:
- Turning: This technique involves rotating the plastic workpiece on a lathe while a stationary cutting tool removes material to achieve the desired shape.
- Milling: In contrast to turning, milling rotates the cutting tool while the workpiece remains fixed, enabling precise removal of plastic chips.
- Drilling: Our drilling processes create circular holes in plastics using specialized tools to prevent overheating and maintain structural integrity.
- Boring: Boring uses a single-point cutting tool to enlarge pre-existing drilled holes with high accuracy.
We manufacture custom plastic products from a variety of materials, including:
- Acrylic and polycarbonate sheets
- Cast or extruded acrylic and polycarbonate rods
- Acrylic and polycarbonate tubes
- Specialized acrylic shapes
Acrylic and Polycarbonate Laboratory Products
Both acrylic and polycarbonate thermoplastics have unique qualities that make them ideal for laboratory settings. Precision and reliability are crucial to ensure that the products offer the necessary protective and chemical-resistant properties.
The thermoplastic machining process allows for high flexibility and accuracy, which are essential for producing quality laboratory equipment. We also offer options for UV-blocking or fire-retardant materials for specialized environments.
Our laboratory products include:
- Radiation Shielding: We can create protective shields made of Plexiglas to block harmful radiation.
- Custom Glove Boxes: Tailored Plexiglas glove boxes are available to meet specific requirements.
- Laboratory Furniture: We provide high-quality, functional lab furniture that can be customized to fit your unique needs.
- Casework: Our casework solutions are primarily fabricated from white polypropylene or flame-retardant PVC-C, making them ideal for sterile environments and spill containment.
