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8mm Clear Perspex® Acrylic Sheet

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Get the strength of glass without the fragility using our 8mm Perspex® acrylic sheets. These crystal clear plastic sheets are a lighter, more durable and affordable alternative to glass panels.

The 8mm thickness provides lasting stability, making it perfect for large enclosures, dividers, displays, furniture and demanding applications requiring a perfectly flat, rigid sheet.

Simply provide us with your needed dimensions and we'll expertly fabricate your 8mm Perspex using industry-leading cutting accuracy. Upgrade from glass to our robust yet lightweight 8mm plastic sheets for your next big project. You'll get glass-like clarity with even more strength and versatility.

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Min: 50mmMax: 2030mm

Approximate Weight: 47.60 g

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Our 8mm acrylic sheets are simply amazing! This crystal clear material is often used to replace glass with the advantages of being lighter, safer, and more affordable. 8mm Perspex® sheets remain rigid even in large unsupported sheets up to 1m x 1m, unlike thinner plastics.

The 8mm thickness makes it one of our top-selling acrylics due to its durability, strength, and endless applications. Use it to create contemporary features in homes, offices, public spaces and more.

With impressive capabilities from its thickness and glossy finish, 8mm cast acrylic works for replacing glass in animal enclosures, small vacuum forming, tabletops, furniture, boats, and so much more.

For a splash of colour, explore our coloured acrylic sheets! Or stick with 8mm crystal clear for glass-like clarity and rigidity at a fraction of the cost and weight. Discover the amazing benefits of our 8mm acrylic today.

Key Features

✔   More lightweight, safer and affordable than glass panels
✔   Simple to clean and maintain over time
✔   Diffuses potentially harmful UV light 
✔   Fully recyclable material

✔   10 Year Guarantee from Perspex manufacturer
✔   High gloss, modern finish
✔   Comes with a protective film on both sides that peel off when you're ready
✔   UK Class 4 fire rating

Applications

  • Animal enclosures
  • As an acrylic tabletop
  • Boat windows
  • Display cases
  • Presentation boards for businesses, schools, colleges, hospitals and public areas
  • Playhouse windows
  • Skylights
  • Street furniture
  • To protect furniture
  • To use instead of glass, for example, to make fish tanks and vivariums
  • Vacuum chambers

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Specifications

Material Extruded Acrylic
Brand Perspex®
Colour Clear
Thickness 8mm
Maximum Sheet Size 3050mm x 2030mm
Minimum Sheet Size 100mm x 50mm
Light Transmission >92%
Flammability UK Class 4 Fire Rating
Water Absorption 0.2%
Manufacturers Tolerances +/- 5%
Cutting Tolerances +/- 1mm
Service Temperature -40c to 80c

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Frequently Asked Questions

How strong is an 8mm acrylic sheet?

The 8mm thickness provides acrylic sheets with substantial strength and durability for demanding applications requiring a rigid, resilient material.

How do you cut 8mm acrylic sheets?

Cutting 8mm acrylic requires power tools like a table saw or CNC machine to achieve clean, precise cuts without cracking or chipping the material.

How do you bend 8mm acrylic?

To bend 8mm acrylic, use controlled strip heating or an oven to softly heat the sheets all the way through before gradually bending over forms. Do not attempt to cold bend or crease 8mm acrylic as it will likely crack.

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4.8 / 5 4715 reviews
Ian Crowther, 19th July
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Perfect! The sheets arrived promptly and were very well protected and wrapped. The sheets were accurately cut to my required size and were beautifully finished
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Clob, 19th July
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I am very happy with the 10mm acrylic sheet. I had to make a media wall and this went in front of the tv to protect the screen from impact from my disabled son. Does the job very well and is solid.
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Slawomir Gburzynski, 19th July
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Great product
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S Plowman, 19th July
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Excellent product. Quick delivery.
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Bill Beaton, 18th July
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Perfectly cut
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kevin walker, 18th July
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very good perfect for job in hand
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DM, 18th July
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Fast and perfect sizing. The quality is exactly as described. Packaging is done very carefully. Will definitely order again.
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Joanne Winfield, 16th July
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it done the job
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Peter Kerfoot, 16th July
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Not used yet,but, looks ideal for intended use.
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Aaron Flamson, 15th July
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It was ok but some of it was cracked at the edges. Needed it at the time so didn't send back. If I had more time would have def sent back
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