Why do Transparent Swimming Pools use Acrylic Materials?
This article will enable you to realize why acrylic materials are used in transparent swimming pools, read this article to learn more about why we use acrylic materials for aquarium and swimming pools projects.
Acrylic plexiglass is created through the polymerization of methyl methacrylate monomer (MMA), resulting in polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) sheet plexiglass.
It is a type of plexiglass processed through a special method, earning it the titles of “Plastic Queen” and “Plastic Crystal.” With high transparency, it boasts a light transmittance of 92%.
The physical properties of acrylic determine that the base is the better choice for transparent swimming pool materials. Compared with inorganic mineral glass, acrylic organic glass with the same thickness has 16 times impact resistance.
Research and development of acrylic have a history of more than one hundred years.
It is primarily used in large-scale aquariums, cylindrical aquariums, endless swimming pools, and other aquarium-related projects.
Acrylic has excellent weather resistance, especially for outdoor application, ranking the top of other plastics. It also has good surface hardness, luster, and processing plasticity, making it suitable for creating various shapes and products.
A thick plate that can still maintain superior transparency.
I. characteristics of blue lake acrylic
1. Colorless and transparent plexiglass plate with light transmittance over 92%;
2. The adaptability of the natural environment is very strong. Even long-time exposure to sunlight and wind and rain will not change its performance. It has excellent aging resistance, making it safe and durable for outdoor use.
3. Good processing performance, suitable for both machining and thermoforming;
4. Nontoxic, even in long-term contact with people. However, burning acrylic produces formaldehyde and carbon monoxide.
5. Strong impact resistance, 16 times the same thickness of glass. Suitable for installation in the area with a special need for safety;
6. Excellent insulation performance, suitable for all kinds of electrical equipment;
7. The weight is light. The density is half lighter than ordinary glass, and the load borne by buildings and supports is small
8. It has strong plasticity, the big change in modeling and easy processing and molding;
9. Its high recovery rate aligns with the growing awareness of environmental protection.
10. Maintenance is easy—rainwater can clean it naturally, or you can scrub it with soap and a soft cloth.
Because of the difficulty and high cost of acrylic production, there are numerous low-cost substitutes in the market.
These substitutes, otherwise known as “acrylic”, are actually ordinary organic boards or composite boards (also known as sandwich boards).
Manufacturers make ordinary organic boards from cracked organic glass material and pigment, giving them surface hardness. Check out our article on the Comparison of Glass and Acrylic Aquariums and like our Facebook page to stay connected with us.