5mm Light Grey Coloured Acrylic 9981

Cut it, drill it, laser-engrave it, or thermoform it — this grey 5mm coloured acrylic sheet is designed to be worked. From precision-fabricated signage to large-format architectural panels, it adapts to the demands of the project.

Cast from polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), the grey pigment is integral to the material rather than applied as a surface coating. This means the 5mm sheet maintains its colour through cutting, routing, and edge polishing. The UV-stabilised formulation resists yellowing and fading, with both surfaces delivered in a polished gloss finish.

From retail backdrops, photography studios, and exhibition stand components, this grey 5mm sheet adapts to the demands of the application. It machines cleanly on laser cutters, CNC routers, and table saws, and thermoforms at controlled temperatures for curved and shaped components. Available in standard stock sizes or cut to your specification.

Product reference: 5mm Light Grey Coloured Acrylic 9981 (shade 9981).

Optical & Aesthetic

• Colour consistency: The grey pigment runs through the full 5mm thickness — cut edges display the same colour as the surface.
• Surface finish: High-gloss polish on both faces for a professional appearance without post-processing.
• UV stability: Resistant to yellowing and colour fade from prolonged UV exposure.

Mechanical Properties

• Impact resistance: Up to 17 times more impact-resistant than glass. Fractures into dull-edged pieces rather than dangerous shards.
• Weight: Approximately half the weight of equivalent glass — easier to transport, handle, and install.
• Weather resistance: Performs well outdoors without warping, cracking, or degrading.

Workability

• Machinable: Can be cut, drilled, routed, and polished. Compatible with laser cutting and CNC routing.
• Thermoformable: Can be heated and bent for curved components using a strip heater or oven.
• Bondable: Joins cleanly with solvent-based acrylic adhesives (Tensol, Extru-Fix).

Specification

• Material: Cast acrylic (PMMA)
• Thickness: 5mm
• Fire rating: Self-extinguishing, classified to BS 476
• Water absorption: Less than 0.3% — suitable for wet environments and outdoor installations

Interior & Exterior Design

• Grey 5mm acrylic is well suited to room dividers, privacy screens, and decorative partitions. The grey tone integrates naturally into modern commercial and residential environments.
• Illuminated panels, lightboxes, and backlit displays use coloured acrylic for even light diffusion with vibrant colour saturation.

Signage & Displays

• For wayfinding signage, directional boards, and information panels, the 5mm thickness provides sufficient rigidity for freestanding and wall-mounted installations.
• Splashback panels in kitchens and bathrooms provide a hygienic, waterproof surface that is straightforward to maintain.

Glazing & Screening

• A shatterproof, weather-resistant alternative to glass for motorcycle windscreens, boat windows, and vehicle glazing. Up to 17 times more impact-resistant at approximately half the weight.

Craft & Fabrication

• Compatible with laser cutting, CNC routing, drilling, and thermoforming. Widely used for wedding decor, event signage, cake toppers, and table centrepieces.