methacrylate
Acrylic glass component
Methacrylate refers to a class of chemical compounds derived from methacrylic acid, used to make plastics, resins, and coatings.
The most familiar is polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), sold under brand names like Plexiglas and Lucite—a transparent, shatter-resistant alternative to glass.
Methacrylates appear in dental fillings, artificial nails, and medical implants.
Clear acrylic sheet material
- copolymerMulti-monomer molecular chain
- resinViscous plant secretion
- thermoplasticHeat-softenable, repeatedly reshapable polymer
- crosslinkingChemical bonds between polymers
catalyst · initiator · plasticizer · stabilizer · additives · extrusion · injection molding · casting
Allowing light through
- clarityState of being understandable
- crystal clearEntirely unambiguous, perfectly understood
- see-throughAllowing vision through
- glasslikeResembling transparent material
vitreous · lucent · lenses · displays · signage · aquariums · skylights · windows
Able to withstand use
- impact-resistantAble to withstand forceful contact
- shatterproofResistant to breaking
- weather-resistantAble to withstand elements
- lightweightLacking mass or importance
polishable · scratch-resistant · chemical-resistant · load-bearing · fabrication · CNC · laser cutting · signage
Material placed within
- crownSovereign's ornamental headpiece
- dentureArtificial teeth appliance
- compositeMade of distinct parts
- restorationReturning something to condition
bonding agent · orthodontic · prosthetic · biocompatible · tooth repair · inlay · veneer · temporary crown
Forming close connections
- epoxyCatalyst-cured bonding compound
- sealantGap-blocking substance
- cementCalcium powder binding agent
- anaerobicNot requiring oxygen
structural · two-part · curing · hardener · polymerize · threadlocker · dental cement · fixative
plexiglass
Clear acrylic sheet material
- copolymerMulti-monomer molecular chain
- resinViscous plant secretion
- thermoplasticHeat-softenable, repeatedly reshapable polymer
crosslinking · catalyst · initiator · plasticizer · stabilizer · additives · extrusion · injection molding · casting · lamination
transparent
Allowing light through
- clarityState of being understandable
- crystal clearEntirely unambiguous, perfectly understood
- see-throughAllowing vision through
glasslike · vitreous · lucent · lenses · displays · signage · aquariums · skylights · windows · optical fiber
durable
Able to withstand use
- impact-resistantAble to withstand forceful contact
- shatterproofResistant to breaking
- weather-resistantAble to withstand elements
lightweight · polishable · scratch-resistant · chemical-resistant · load-bearing · fabrication · CNC · laser cutting · signage · protective barriers
filling
Material placed within
- crownSovereign's ornamental headpiece
- dentureArtificial teeth appliance
- compositeMade of distinct parts
restoration · bonding agent · orthodontic · prosthetic · biocompatible · tooth repair · inlay · veneer · temporary crown
bonding
Forming close connections
anaerobic · structural · two-part · curing · hardener · polymerize · threadlocker · dental cement · fixative · join