PMMA Granules

PMMA Granules offer optical clarity, UV resistance, and ease of processing, making them ideal for injection molding, extrusion, and casting of transparent parts. These polymethyl methacrylate granules maintain dimensional stability and resist yellowing, ensuring long-term performance in demanding optical and structural applications. Industries employ them in automotive lighting lenses, display panels, and architectural glazing. Specific uses include production of precision-molded optical components, weather-resistant signage, and transparent covers for electronic devices. In research, PMMA granules are used to investigate polymer optical transmission, weathering resistance, and compatibility in composite formulations. Their combination of processability, clarity, and environmental durability makes them a preferred choice for high-precision, long-life transparent products.

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Material Properties for Polymers

Physical Properties

Element	Value
Abbe number	57.2
Flammability	HB
Radiation resistance	Fair
Refractive index	1.49
Resistance to Ultra-violet	Good
Limiting oxygen index( % )	17-20
Water absorption - over 24 hours( % )	0.2
Density( gcm⁻³ )	1.19

Chemical Resistance

Element	Value
Acids - concentrated	Good-Poor
Acids - dilute	Good-Poor
Alcohols	Good-Poor
Alkalis	Good
Aromatic hydrocarbons	Poor
Greases and Oils	Good
Halogenated Hydrocarbons	Poor
Halogens	Poor
Ketones	Poor

Electrical Properties

Element	Value
Dielectric constant @1MHz	2.6
Dissipation factor @ 1MHz	0.014
Dielectric strength( kV mm⁻¹ )	15
Surface resistivity( Ohm/sq )	10¹⁴
Volume resistivity( Ohmcm )	2-14 x 10¹⁵

Mechanical Properties

Element	Value
Hardness - Rockwell	M92-100
Poisson's ratio	0.35-0.4
Elongation at break( % )	2.5-4
Tensile modulus( GPa )	2.4-3.3
Izod impact strength( J m⁻¹ )	16-32
Tensile strength( MPa )	80

Thermal Properties

Element	Value
Heat-deflection temperature - 0.45MPa( C )	105
Heat-deflection temperature - 1.8MPa( C )	95
Lower working temperature( C )	-40
Upper working temperature( C )	50-90
Specific heat( J K⁻¹ kg⁻¹ )	1400-1500
Thermal conductivity( W m⁻¹ K⁻¹ )	0.17-0.19@23°C
Coefficient of thermal expansion( x10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ )	70-77