ACRYLIC FOR ARCHITECTURE
ACRYLIC FOR ARCHITECTURE
High-performance cast acrylic for architectural glazing and structural features. Engineered for impact resistance, lightweight installation, and long-term UV stability.
1.8 - 50mm
THICKNESS RANGE
±0.05 mm
TOLERANCE
15-20 Years
UV & WEATHER RESISTANCE
2050×3050 mm
LARGEST SHEET SIZE
1.8 - 50mm
THICKNESS RANGE
±0.05 mm
TOLERANCE
15-20 Years
UV & WEATHER RESISTANCE
2050×3050 mm
LARGEST SHEET SIZE
APPLICATION
KEY APPLICATION SCENARIOS
Recommended default specifications for each application are listed. These field-tested values help you avoid fabrication failures and streamline your quoting process.
01
SHOPFRONTS & DISPLAY WINDOWS
High-clarity cast acrylic for commercial storefronts. Offers exceptional optical quality for maximum visibility, combined with impact resistance to withstand public environments.
02
TRANSPARENT ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
Engineered to withstand wind loads and extreme thermal cycling. Formulated with UV stabilizers to prevent yellowing and maintain structural integrity outdoors.
03
CANOPIES, AWNINGS & RAIN SHELTERS
Impact-resistant panels for exterior overhead structures. Thermally formable for curved designs. High tolerance to temperature fluctuations prevents stress cracking at joint lines.
04
PARTITIONS & ACOUSTIC SCREENS
Premium cast sheets for interior spaces. Guarantees flawless flatness without wavy edges, offering high optical clarity or precise light diffusion for elegant room dividers.
05
OCEANARIUM & POOL WINDOWS
Heavy-gauge cast acrylic up to 50mm. Manufactured with strict optical standards and fully annealed to eliminate internal stress. Ready for your downstream machining and bonding to meet critical load requirements.
APPLICATION
KEY APPLICATION SCENARIOS
Recommended default specifications for each application are listed. These field-tested values help you avoid fabrication failures and streamline your quoting process.
01
SHOPFRONTS & DISPLAY WINDOWS
High-clarity cast acrylic for commercial storefronts. Offers exceptional optical quality for maximum visibility, combined with impact resistance to withstand public environments.
02
TRANSPARENT ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
Engineered to withstand wind loads and extreme thermal cycling. Formulated with UV stabilizers to prevent yellowing and maintain structural integrity outdoors.
03
CANOPIES, AWNINGS & RAIN SHELTERS
Impact-resistant panels for exterior overhead structures. Thermally formable for curved designs. High tolerance to temperature fluctuations prevents stress cracking at joint lines.
04
PARTITIONS & ACOUSTIC SCREENS
Premium cast sheets for interior spaces. Guarantees flawless flatness without wavy edges, offering high optical clarity or precise light diffusion for elegant room dividers.
05
OCEANARIUM & POOL WINDOWS
Heavy-gauge cast acrylic up to 50mm. Manufactured with strict optical standards and fully annealed to eliminate internal stress. Ready for your downstream machining and bonding to meet critical load requirements.
SPECIFICATION GUIDE
HELP YOU CHOOSE THE RIGHT SHEET
Prevent costly after-sales issues. We help distributors match three critical technical factors to ensure your bulk orders perform flawlessly on-site.
PREVENT STRESS CRACKING
Acrylic expands ~7x more than glass. To protect your clients from costly installations failures, we recommend supplying sheets with instructions for oversized holes and proper sliding clearances.
QUOTE WITH ACCURATE THICKNESS
Insufficient thickness leads to bowing and returns. Provide us with your project’s span dimensions, and we will recommend the optimal standard sheet thickness from our stock for your quote.
REDUCE DOWNSTREAM REWORK
Dry-polished edges can craze under gaskets. OLFA supplies sheets with factory wet-polished or fully annealed edges, saving your downstream fabricators time and reducing waste.
SPECIFICATION GUIDE
HELP YOU CHOOSE THE RIGHT SHEET
Prevent costly after-sales issues. We help distributors match three critical technical factors to ensure your bulk orders perform flawlessly on-site.
PREVENT STRESS CRACKING
Acrylic expands ~7x more than glass. To protect your clients from costly installations failures, we recommend supplying sheets with instructions for oversized holes and proper sliding clearances.
QUOTE WITH ACCURATE THICKNESS
Insufficient thickness leads to bowing and returns. Provide us with your project’s span dimensions, and we will recommend the optimal standard sheet thickness from our stock for your quote.
REDUCE DOWNSTREAM REWORK
Dry-polished edges can craze under gaskets. OLFA supplies sheets with factory wet-polished or fully annealed edges, saving your downstream fabricators time and reducing waste.
FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Practical answers to the most common technical questions from distributors and fabricators.
Why do acrylic sheets bow after a hot week?
Thermal expansion without adequate edge clearance is the usual cause. To prevent customer returns, ensure your installation teams use oversized fixing holes. We provide standard sheets perfectly suited for outdoor stability when installed correctly.
Why do cut edges look cloudy or white?
Dry mechanical cutting creates micro-fractures. To ensure a premium finish for your clients, we recommend supplying sheets with factory wet-polished edges, or ensuring your downstream fabricators use flame polishing or annealing.
How much thermal movement should we allow?
As a general rule, allow about 3mm of clearance per meter of panel length for outdoor installations. We recommend providing this spec data to your clients to ensure long-term performance.
Is acrylic compliant for balustrade infill?
Compliance depends on local building codes, which often require specific impact ratings. Cast acrylic offers superior strength, but we recommend distributors verify regional safety standards before confirming bulk orders.
Which thickness is required for a 1-meter balustrade?
A 1-meter span typically requires a minimum of 10mm–12mm cast acrylic to ensure rigidity. We stock these standard thicknesses ready for immediate wholesale dispatch.
What is the MOQ and how is it packed for export?
MOQ varies by series and color. All architectural sheets are double-sided PE film masked and securely crated on wooden pallets to prevent edge damage and transit scratches during global shipping.
FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Practical answers to the most common technical questions from distributors and fabricators.
Why do acrylic sheets bow after a hot week?
Thermal expansion without adequate edge clearance is the usual cause. To prevent customer returns, ensure your installation teams use oversized fixing holes. We provide standard sheets perfectly suited for outdoor stability when installed correctly.
Why do cut edges look cloudy or white?
Dry mechanical cutting creates micro-fractures. To ensure a premium finish for your clients, we recommend supplying sheets with factory wet-polished edges, or ensuring your downstream fabricators use flame polishing or annealing.
How much thermal movement should we allow?
As a general rule, allow about 3mm of clearance per meter of panel length for outdoor installations. We recommend providing this spec data to your clients to ensure long-term performance.
Is acrylic compliant for balustrade infill?
Compliance depends on local building codes, which often require specific impact ratings. Cast acrylic offers superior strength, but we recommend distributors verify regional safety standards before confirming bulk orders.
Which thickness is required for a 1-meter balustrade?
A 1-meter span typically requires a minimum of 10mm–12mm cast acrylic to ensure rigidity. We stock these standard thicknesses ready for immediate wholesale dispatch.
What is the MOQ and how is it packed for export?
MOQ varies by series and color. All architectural sheets are double-sided PE film masked and securely crated on wooden pallets to prevent edge damage and transit scratches during global shipping.