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Acrylic sheet is a chemical material called PMMA. If you are familiar with plexiglass, acrylic sheet is a type of plexiglass treated with a special process. The research and development of acrylic has a history of more than one hundred years. Its main uses are large-scale aquatic engineering, large marine parks, large cylindrical fish tanks, acrylic infinity swimming pools, and special-shaped aquarium projects. It has excellent weather resistance, especially suitable for outdoor use, surpassing other plastics. It also has good surface hardness and gloss, high processability, and can be made into various shapes and products as needed.
Applications of Acrylic Material in Aquatic Engineering
Aquatic engineering can be seen in marine parks, sales offices, hotel lobbies, aquariums, research centers, and other places. “Aquatic engineering” refers to creating a suitable living environment for aquatic organisms, usually equipped with oxygen pumps, sterilizers, and filters. Aquariums are generally made of glass or high-density acrylic sheets. Their size can range from a small glass cup to a large aquarium with several thousand liters. Special devices maintain suitable water quality and other characteristics for the living organisms inside.
Advantages of Acrylic Material in Aquatic Engineering
In terms of material, due to its excellent properties, acrylic is now the most used material in aquatic engineering. Acrylic as a new material has engineering transparency comparable to glass, with a light transmittance up to 92%. The light is soft, visual effect is good, and it is convenient for users to observe the fish in the aquarium.
Acrylic aquariums have high corrosion resistance and toughness. They are not easily worn, which affects their service life and aesthetics, as well as the experience of visitors and scientific experiments. The color of acrylic aquariums is richer, the display effect is better, and they can adapt to the needs of various occasions.
Acrylic material is combustible but not easy to ignite. It is not fragile and has high toughness. Therefore, acrylic performs well in large aquatic engineering and is very safe. These aquariums are also equipped with filters and oxygen pumps, greatly reducing cleaning and maintenance costs. Acrylic is the most commonly used material in aquatic engineering. Glass and other materials are also used. Different materials are suitable for different scenarios and should be chosen according to engineering needs.
Compared with ordinary glass aquariums, advantages include:
Good weather and alkali resistance.
Long service life, more than three years longer than other material aquariums.
Excellent light transmittance, up to over 92%, requiring lower lighting intensity and saving energy.
Strong impact resistance, sixteen times that of ordinary glass.
Excellent insulation performance.
Lightweight, half the weight of ordinary glass, reducing the load on buildings and supports.
Bright colors and high gloss, unmatched by other materials.
High plasticity, easy to shape, simple molding.
Easy maintenance and cleaning. Rain can naturally clean it, or use soap and a soft cloth to wipe.
Therefore, acrylic sheet is the best choice for making fish tanks.
