5mm Orange Coloured Acrylic 324

A safer, lighter, and more durable alternative to glass, this orange 5mm coloured acrylic sheet delivers comparable optical quality with significantly better impact resistance and workability.

This orange cast acrylic is polished on both faces and pigmented through the full 5mm thickness for a consistent, professional finish on every exposed surface and edge. It will not yellow, fade, or degrade when exposed to UV light, rain, or temperature fluctuations — performing reliably in indoor and outdoor environments year-round.

Suitable for eye-catching directional signage, exhibition displays, and trade show stands. This 5mm sheet can be cut to your exact dimensions, drilled, CNC-routed, laser-cut, and thermoformed for curved components. It bonds cleanly with solvent-based acrylic adhesives and can be polished to restore edge clarity after cutting. Supplied with a protective film on both faces.

Product reference: 5mm Orange Coloured Acrylic 324 (shade 324).

Optical & Aesthetic

• Colour consistency: The orange 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

Product reference: 5mm Orange Coloured Acrylic 324 (shade 324).

Signage & Visual Impact

• The bold orange colour makes this 5mm sheet a strong choice for shopfront fascias, window displays, and promotional graphics. High visibility and consistent pigmentation ensure it stands out in busy environments.
• Illuminated panels, lightboxes, and backlit displays use coloured acrylic for even light diffusion with vibrant colour saturation.

Retail & Commercial

• In retail and commercial settings, orange acrylic works well for furniture components, shelving inserts, and built-in cabinetry.
• 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 model making, prototyping, and precision-fabricated components.