Difference between PC and PMMA
![PMMA Prototype](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e04cc4_8b6b0083d77641409cc32262b45bd7c3~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_980,h_735,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/e04cc4_8b6b0083d77641409cc32262b45bd7c3~mv2.jpg)
PC and PMMA material are popular in prototyping,but how to choose the most suitable material for your project?Please see following comparative analysis.
Price:About sheet material price,PMMA is higher than PC.If clients have special requirements,imported PMMA is also a good choice.
Properties: PC was more advantages in heat resistance and toughness.
Surface treatment:Fumigation is often used to make PC clear,but hi-polish is better for PMMA.
Effect: PMMA is more transparent compared to PC. Light transmittance of PMMA can be reached 95%,but only 75% for PC.
All in all,high strength of transparent part,PC is better.PMMA is best for nice appearance.
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