5mm Neutral Tinted 901 Acrylic

Delivering up to 17 times the impact resistance of glass at roughly half the weight, this brown 5mm coloured acrylic sheet is engineered for both performance and aesthetics.

With the brown colour cast through the full 5mm depth of the sheet, every cut edge and fabricated detail maintains a clean, consistent finish. The high-gloss surface on both faces gives a professional appearance straight from the sheet. Resistant to UV degradation, weathering, and moisture, this material holds its colour and clarity in demanding indoor and outdoor environments.

The 5mm sheet is rigid enough for structural panel applications yet light enough for straightforward handling and installation. It can be cut to any shape, drilled, engraved, and thermoformed. Well suited to heritage and museum display cases, traditional signage, and pub and bar interior features. Bonds with solvent-based acrylic cements for fabricated assemblies. Protective film on both faces.

Product reference: 5mm Neutral Tinted 901 Acrylic (shade 901).

Optical & Aesthetic

• Colour consistency: The brown 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
• Density: Approximately 1.19 g/cm³ — significantly lighter than glass (2.5 g/cm³)

Product reference: 5mm Neutral Tinted 901 Acrylic (shade 901).

Architectural & Interior

• Warm-toned brown acrylic integrates well into room dividers, privacy screens, and decorative partitions. The natural palette complements timber, stone, and earth-toned material schemes.
• Illuminated panels, lightboxes, and backlit displays use coloured acrylic for even light diffusion with vibrant colour saturation.

Glazing & Screening

• As a glazing material, the 5mm sheet provides a tinted, shatterproof alternative to glass for patio covers, shed windows, and outdoor enclosures.
• 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 patio covers, shed windows, and outdoor enclosures. 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.

Product reference: 5mm Neutral Tinted 901 Acrylic (shade 901).