Acrylic Sheet for Aquarium Tank

Acrylic Sheet For Aquarium Tank

Over the past two decades, acrylic aquariums have become common features in residences, offices, restaurants, and hotels. The construction of large-scale projects has grown exponentially in the U.S. and around the world during this same time period. The versatility of acrylic sheet is evident in the most basic of tanks and allows designers and engineers to create structures that are truly spectacular. Piedmont carries a wide range of thicknesses and sizes of clear and colored acrylic that allow you to create an aquarium that is as visually appealing as its contents.

Building a window into a new world What you’re building today will captivate audiences, stir imaginations, elicit joy and leave those that stand before it in awe. It will be the source of inspiration. It may draw crowds of thousands or just the curious eyes of our youngest explorers. What you’re building today may serve as a grand centerpiece, whether it be in a multi-million-dollar home or the modest bedroom of a child, providing light and comfort as they sleep. What you’re building today will become a cherished possession and hold even more cherished possessions. Aquariums provide life and a window into a seldom seen world.

Big Size Hot Sell Thick Acrylic Sheet For Aquarium, Top Level Decorative Acrylic Aquarium Panel, Big and Large Size Acrylic for Aquarium and Construction Projects

One of the most common questions we get from clients and people in the aquarium hobby is "What aquarium is better? Glass or Acrylic? What’s the difference?" Being around glass and acrylic aquariums for so many years, my recommendation is to change this question a tad and ask yourself: "Which aquarium is going to work better for ME?" In the article, we will cover some of the pros and cons of each so you can make a decision on what will be the best aquarium for YOU.

Glass Aquariums

Let’s start with the basics…a glass aquarium is simply glass panels joined together with silicone. As far as I am aware, this is the sole method for building a glass aquarium. In most cases, the silicone is either clear or black and there are no quality or structural considerations here – just visual. Most aquariums are built with a tempered glass bottom for strength and the rest of the panels with plate glass. You will also encounter two types of glass…regular and low-iron glass. Again here the consideration is purely visual as they are both equally strong…low iron glass is made from a different sand type which contains less iron which makes the panel much clearer and without the green\blue tint regular glass has. Glass has less insulation capability and that can be a pro or a con depending on the room temperature and the aquarium temperature you are trying to achieve.

The Good News:

(1) Glass is going to be less expensive than acrylic in almost all cases. Very large tanks made of glass can be as expensive as acrylic pricing, but at these extra-large sizes glass is typically not a good option and we will cover that in the paragraph to follow.

(2) Glass is less resistant to scratches and this is a fair consideration when choosing a fish tank. Having owned several before and working with them now I can say with certainty that they can take a lot of friction without scratching but can still scratch if mistreated with a sharp object and enough pressure.

The Bad News:

(1) Glass is heavier than acrylic – as much as 10 times heavier! Most times this is a non-issue especially when dealing with smaller sizes – the aquarium is not too heavy to transport and the floor it’s on can hold the weight safely. When dealing with large tanks weight can become a consideration especially with raised foundations where the weight may cause a dip in the floor or worse – this too can be overcome by reinforcing the floor. Transport and placement can be more challenging with large glass tanks but could be overcome with the proper equipment and/or number of persons carrying the load.

(2) Glass can break – to be completely fair this is very unlikely but has to be mentioned. If you accidentally slam a rock onto the glass panel or something heavy that is moved around the aquarium hits it, the aquarium can break – but again this is very unlikely to happen but is important to note and remember.

(3) Seams are not as strong – as we mentioned in the beginning, the aquarium is held together with silicone seams. Again, to be fair, if you purchased an aquarium from a reputable company, chances are your aquarium will be just fine for many years. However, we receive a few calls per year asking us to repair leaking seams – this is especially troublesome if the aquarium is built into a wall or custom cabinetry. Last year we received a call about a 250g leaking glass aquarium that was custom installed into a wall with custom cabinets. A pinhole size leak developed over time and the aquarium had to be drained, animals transported into holding bins, sand removed, dismantle cabinets and break the wall, and remove the aquarium to be delivered to the manufacturer for repair – a nightmare for sure. Another consideration for us here in Southern California is the possibility of an earthquake. Even a small tremor can break a seam or cause a crack from a bulkhead hole.

Acrylic Aquariums

The basics….acrylic aquariums are made from a transparent thermoplastic (aka acrylic or plexiglass sheets). The important thing to understand is that acrylic panels in a fish tank are not glued – they are bonded. The water-thin acrylic cement softens the plastic surfaces and allows them to merge. The materials intertwine and literally become ONE piece. The thickness of the aquarium panel will vary depending on size and height but the view of the aquarium display remains as clear and undistorted no matter the material thickness. Acrylic is easily drilled and cut and can make many different shapes that are more challenging with glass. Acrylic has more insulation capability and that can be a pro or a con depending on the room temperature and the aquarium temperature you are trying to achieve.

The Good News:

(1) Better clarity – acrylic allows more light through it as much as 93% where glass can be more in the 82% range. This advantage in acrylic clarity allows for a more natural display and an overall better viewing experience. I recall looking into my own acrylic aquarium after the panel was cleaned from algae and forgetting there was something between me and the fish.

(2) More durable – acrylic aquariums are far more durable than glass. The material is shatter resistant and unlike glass the acrylic sheets are welded into a single piece. This is a huge advantage in my mind, especially when creating aquariums for other people where we are liable for any potential problems. As mentioned in the glass section above, earthquakes are an important consideration for many folks and having an acrylic aquarium helps most people sleep better at night.

(3) Easy to modify – acrylic could be easily drilled and cut to make not just aquariums but sumps and overflows. It is great for DIY projects and simple tools can be used. I recall having to seal an extra hole in a bottom panel which was super easy by just welding a 1/2″ sheet of acrylic over the hole to create a patch fix.

(4) Lightweight – acrylic aquariums are much lighter than glass making them much easier and cheaper to transport and place in a home or business. The lighter weight of acrylic can also help you avoid any floor reinforcements needed at times for big glass fish tanks.

The Bad News:

(1) Scratches easily – the main disadvantage of acrylic aquariums is the likelihood of scratches. Any abrasive material inside the aquarium like a rock or gravel/sand can scratch the inside of the panel and something as simple as a belt buckle or wrist watch can scratch the outside panel. I recall reading threads on forums to determine what aquarium type I wanted for my aquarium and often found myself horrified by some stories told about acrylic scratches. After owning one and servicing hundreds of them I can say with confidence that if you are careful and use the right tools you will not scratch your fish tank. So it comes down to one thing – be careful and cautious. The good news is that most scratches could be buffed out inside or outside the aquarium with inexpensive scratch-fix tools or by paying a professional company to fix it such as www.seaclear.com

(2) Expensive – acrylic is more expensive than glass – that is the price you will pay for the several advantages mentioned above. This could be a non-issue with someone with the funds to pay for acrylic but for most people cost is an important factor and it is a serious consideration. Decide for yourself what makes sense for you and how much you can allow to invest in your aquarium.

Conclusion

As we have covered above, there are many considerations when choosing a glass or an acrylic aquarium. If I had to sum up the above with a practical example, I would say this: If was setting up an aquarium for me that is under 200 gallons and free-standing (not built into a wall \ cabinets) I would probably do glass to save me some money and have the ability to deal with any issues by easily removing it from the stand. Now, if I had to set up the same size aquarium for a client I might suggest acrylic simply for liability reasons – after all we have a business to run :) If I were to set up anything bigger for me or for a client whether free-standing or built-in, I would choose acrylic because at larger sizes glass and acrylic prices come closer and the safety factor becomes more relevant with more water volume which can cause a bigger problem should it occur. My hope is that I did not scare anyone here by talking about worse case scenarios and problems. To put things into perspective I have lived in Southern California as an aquarium hobbyist and business owner for over 20 years and have only experienced one failed glass aquarium seam that caused a leak and one used acrylic aquarium brace that came apart. I hope that I was able to give you the proper information to make a decision on what aquarium type you will choose.

WE PROMISE!

All our Acrylic Sheet for Aquarium Tank are made of imported raw materials, and using bulk polymerization bonding technology. All our productions are produced according to the needs of customers, to meet every requirement for different shapes and specifications.

Features of Acrylic Sheet for Aquarium Tank!

Light transmission: high light transmission (95%)

Resistant: excellent resistance to weather

Surface: high surface hardness& glossy

Outside Use: UV Coating Protection

Warranty: 15 Years

Guarantee: a 15-year guarantee against yellowing and leaking

Service: supply on-site installation, accept private customization

We accept customization. Welcome to contract us if you have any needs or other questions.

Application

Our company always develop and offer customized solutions to our clients. It can be applied to fish tank, flat window for aquarium, curved window and so on.

Rectangle Fish Tank

Acrylic Window with different radians

Acrylic Swimming Pool

Jellyfish Aquarium Tanks of different sizes

Besides these, we are professional in undertaking the following project:

Waterscape hotel project Swimming pool project Tunnel project Large ecological aquarium project

Installation Instructions

Complete installation scheme & skilled installation skills & rich installation experience.

Our Advantages

NO.1

Quality Guarantee --- Save Your Worry

Each step inspected and monitored by QC stuff.

NO.2

Professional Technology --- Safe Your Project

On-site installation is available. Rich experience installation team gets the result what you want.

NO.3

Effective Communication --- Save Your Time

Good communication and fast reply easily gets what you want, meets your requirements.

NO.4

Favorable Price --- Save Your Budget To provide products with competitive prices is what we pursue.

Company Information

Factory & Workshop Overview

We are founded in 1996, is a professional manufacturer of cast acrylic sheet with 20 years factory. All the panel are produced with imported material. We have ability to produce extra big and super thick acrylic panels and have become the leader in domestic and field.

Company size: covers and area of 46667m², yearly production is 2000 tons

Maximum panel size: 9.5m×3m (without bonding)

Company Performance

Exhibitions

Why Choose Us

About technology and services:

First, molding and hot bending can make the shape you want.

Second, seamless joint makes fish tanks look more natural.

Third, multilayer packing ensures safe transportation.

Forth, using 100% pure Lucite ensure the quality of plexiglass products.

Fifth, professional design team and experienced construction team which have undertaken many projects successfully provide you with a full range of services from customization to installation.

In general, JBR Plastic is a professional manufacturer of acrylic panels for aquariums and swimming pool with 25 years' experience.

We have the industry-leading technology, adhere to good products, good engineering.

We participated in the construction of global 40 ocean aquariums, from acrylic sheet production to on-site installation, with leading technology and exquisite workmanship.

Acrylic fish tanks we produced are popular at home and abroad.

Why choose us?

• Our commitment to our clients is to provide them with the best Acrylic Panel for Aquarium products and services, all while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
• We firmly believe that the future prospects of the Acrylic Sheet for Aquarium Tank industry will bring broad development prospects to our business, and we are committed to become a trusted partner.
• We are constantly innovating and improving our products and services to provide our clients with the best Acrylic Panel for Aquarium products.
• We make good products with our heart to meet your various needs.
• Our company operates on a foundation of transparency, fairness, and trust, earning us a reputation for being a reliable and trustworthy Acrylic Panel for Aquarium supplier.
• In order to grab the opportunity and achieve the company's long-term development goals, we need to continuously strengthen our own strength.
• Our Acrylic Panel for Aquarium is both aesthetically pleasing and functional, providing a beautiful and safe environment for your aquatic pets.
• The company's original intention is not to forget to make efforts to repay the society, and to keep in mind the mission of ensuring product quality.
• We are a Chinese factory specialized in producing high-quality Acrylic Panel for Aquarium.
• According to the technical indicators proposed by customers, each of our products is designed, manufactured and tested according to the requirements.

Hot Tags: acrylic sheet for aquarium tank, China acrylic sheet for aquarium tank manufacturers, suppliers, factory, perspex kitchen wall panels, frosted acrylic panel for oil painting, exterior acrylic panels, clear acrylic sheets for windows, textured clear acrylic sheet, acrylic sheets for kitchen walls