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Cast Acrylic Sheets for Laser Engraving

Cast acrylic sheets for laser engraving are transparent or translucent panels made of cast acrylic, a type of plastic specifically designed for laser engraving applications. These sheets are widely used in laser engraving processes to create intricate designs, patterns, and text on the surface of the acrylic.

Cast acrylic is preferred for laser engraving due to its high clarity, smooth surface, and excellent light transmission properties. It is manufactured using a casting process, which results in a material with minimal internal stress, allowing it to be laser engraved without significant cracking or melting.

When using cast acrylic sheets for laser engraving, the sheets are placed in a laser engraving machine, and the laser beam is directed onto the surface of the acrylic. The intense heat from the laser beam vaporizes or melts the acrylic material, creating precise and detailed engravings.

One of the key advantages of using cast acrylic for laser engraving is its ability to produce crisp, clean lines and fine details. The laser beam can be controlled to create shallow or deep engravings, depending on the desired effect. This makes it suitable for various applications, such as signage, awards, personalized gifts, architectural models, and more.

Cast acrylic sheets for laser engraving are available in different thicknesses and sizes to accommodate various project requirements. They can also come in different colors, including clear, translucent, or opaque options, allowing for further customization and creative possibilities.

It's important to note that laser engraving should be performed with caution, as it involves high heat and can produce fumes. It is recommended to follow proper safety protocols and use appropriate laser engraving equipment to ensure a safe and successful process.

Overall, cast acrylic sheets for laser engraving provide a versatile and effective material for creating intricate designs and personalized engravings with laser technology.
  • 500kgs

  • 1220mm*2440mm, 1220*1830mm 2000*3000mm and cut-to-size

  • 1.5mm, 1.8mm, 2mm, 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, 8mm, 10mm, 15mm, 20mm, 30mm, 40mm, 50mm

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What is cast acrylic sheets for laser engraving ?

Cast acrylic sheets, also known as cell cast acrylic sheets, are a type of acrylic sheet made through a casting process. They are produced by pouring a liquid acrylic resin into a mold and allowing it to cure and solidify. This casting method results in high-quality acrylic sheets with excellent clarity and a range of desirable properties.

What is the key characteristics of cast acrylic sheets for laser engraving ?

  1. Optical Clarity: Cast acrylic sheets have exceptional transparency, allowing for excellent light transmission. They provide a clear, distortion-free view through the material.

  2. High Strength: Cast acrylic sheets possess good strength, making them resistant to impact and breakage. They are more durable than glass and less prone to cracking or shattering.

  3. Weather Resistance: Cast acrylic sheets have excellent resistance to weathering, UV radiation, and yellowing. They can withstand prolonged exposure to sunlight and outdoor elements without significant degradation.

  4. Chemical Resistance: Cast acrylic sheets are resistant to many chemicals, including acids, bases, and solvents. This property makes them suitable for applications where exposure to chemicals is likely.

  5. Thermoformable: Cast acrylic sheets can be easily heated and molded into various shapes and forms. They can be bent, shaped, and vacuum-formed to create curved surfaces and intricate designs.

  6. Machinability: Cast acrylic sheets are easy to machine and fabricate. They can be cut, drilled, engraved, and polished using standard tools and techniques.

Are you a trader or a manufacturer ? Can you show me your production line for the cast acrylic sheets for laser engraving ?

We are the manufacturer located in Jiangsu, China, and we have been specialized in this area for more than 18 years with SGS and TUV certificate.

Both cast and extruded acrylic sheets are produced in our factory. 

Bellow is the pictures of our production line:

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production of cast acrylic sheets 

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production line of our extruded acrylic sheets 

inspection of cast acrylic sheetthickness test during cast acrylic production

inspection of each sheet and check the thickness before delivery 

warehouse of acrylic sheets

our warehouse of all kinds of acrylic sheets

Can I have the safety data sheet and physical properties of your cast acrylic sheets for laser engraving ?

Yes, of course, you can download the two pdf as bellow:

cast acrylic sheet - Physical Properties.pdfacrylite-sheet-SDS.pdf


How can I get a quotation of cast acrylic sheets for laser engraving ?

Sure, please feel free to contact us at any time.

For an accurate service, may we know the following details as bellow:

1. What size and thickness of the sheets do you need ?

For your reference, we offer 1.5mm to 500mm for the cast acrylic sheets and 0.7mm to 12mm for extruded acrylic sheets. 

Standard cast acrylic size like 1220*2440, 1220*1830, 2000*3000 are available here, for more you can download bellow of our cast acrylic size list, or just ask our sales team.

cast acrylic size list .pdf

As for extruded, size range from 500mm to 2200mm. 

2. In what color do you need ?

200 colors are available here which also including the mirror, metalized and decorative acrylic. Bellow is a part of what we offered. 

colored plexiglass sheetstinted acrylic sheets

decorative acrylic catalogue.pdf

Just contact us for more details. 

3. How many quantity are you going to purchase ?

You can just tell us about how many pcs of each specification you need, in tons and kgs is also accepted. It would be great if you can attach the last list of purchasing information.

4. What will the sheets be used for ?

For example: advertising, engraving, printing, crafts, aquariums, swimming pools, LED light covers, photo frame covers, furniture panels, etc.

5. Do you have any more requirement ?

packaging etc.


Please feel free to contact our sales team for the best quotation and more professional information.


How's the packaging and shipping of cast acrylic sheets for laser engraving ?

* Export standard package or as clients' request to pack(usually in wooden or plastic pallets)

* We can deliver the goods to port to to door(customer's address) through sea shipping, air shipping or express.

gold mirror acrylic packaging

gold mirror acrylic sheet stock

gold acrylic mirror pallets packaging


How about the delivery time of your cast acrylic sheets for laser engraving ?

For standard specification, the delivery time is about 10~15days for LCL, and 15~20 days for FCL.

For customized, please refer to Selexible's professional sales team.

What payment methods do you accept for cast acrylic sheets for laser engraving ? 

For bulk order, bank T/T transfer in USD, EUR, RMB is welcomed. LC at sight is also acceptable. 

For small quantity and samples orders, PayPal, Alipay, Wechat pay, and cryptocurrency is also available here. 


How to care for and clean cast acrylic sheets for laser engraving ?

Using harsh cleaners such as ammonia or window cleaners can potentially cause damage and result in crazing on acrylic/plexiglass sheets. However, these sheets are highly durable and require minimal maintenance. If any adhesive or sticky substance accidentally comes into contact with the surface, it is crucial to use products specifically designed for acrylic care and cleaning. It's worth noting that acrylic without additives possesses natural UV resistance. Some manufacturers include stabilizers to enhance UV protection for prolonged exposure to radiation. When utilizing these UV enhanced materials, it is important to handle them with care in order to maintain their longevity.

Plexiglass acrylic sheets exhibit water-resistant properties, making them suitable for outdoor applications. They are commonly used for windows in submarines and cars. Additionally, they play a significant role in construction, engineering, outdoor displays and signage, and even underwater camera lenses. Moreover, they are considered to be dishwasher safe when used as substitutes for glass in dishware and kitchenware.

Can I ask for Cut-To-Size cast acrylic sheets for laser engraving ?

Yes, of couse.

Our standard cut-to-size length and width tolerances are typically more accurate than the +/-1/8" specified. However, if you require even greater precision, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team. For our white acrylic sheet thickness, the tolerances are within +/-10%, with variations throughout the sheet usually less than 5%. Please refer to the nominal and actual sheet thicknesses provided below:

  • 1/8" = 3mm = 0.118"

  • 3/16" = 4.5mm = 0.177"

  • 1/4" = 5.5mm = 0.217"

  • 3/8" = 9mm = 0.354"

  • 1/2" = 12mm = 0.472"

If you have any additional questions regarding these options, please feel free to contact our team at Selexible Plastic. We can provide you with further information about our acrylic edge polishing and finishing choices.


What is the Key features of cast acrylic sheets for laser engraving ?

  • Excellent optical clarity

  • High gloss finish

  • Hard wearing

  • Weather resistant

  • Easy to work with/fabricate

  • Lightweight


What is the typical applications of cast acrylic sheets for laser engraving ?

  • Glazing

  • Signage

  • Furniture

  • Model fabrication and display

  • Retail display

  • Point of sale

  • Point of purchase


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