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Polymethyl Methacrylate

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Polymethyl Methacrylate - A thermoplastic material composed of polymers of methyl methacrylate. It is a transparent solid with exceptional optical properties and good resistance to water. It is obtainable in the form of sheets, granules, solutions, and emulsions. It is extensively used for aircraft domes, lighting, fixtures, decorative articles, etc.; it is also used in optical instruments and surgical appliances.

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