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Machined and rounded edges available starting at sizes 6"x6" (152x154mm) or greater.

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Cut-to-Size orders are currently taking 2 to 3 days (Monday-Friday) to process

Cut to size orders are cut with table and CNC panel saws and have a cut tolerance of +/- 1/32". Plastic sheets have a thickness tolerance of +/- 10% and can have thickness variations throughout the sheet. Cut to size items cannot be returned for a refund or exchange.

Sheet sizes, colors, thicknesses and products available on our website are available at TAP Plastics stores.

Visit or contact your local TAP Plastics store where cut-to-size orders often take less than five minutes, start to finish.

Abrasion-Resistant Acrylic Sheets (ACRYLITE® Optical MR) – AR1 & AR2 Coated

TAP Plastics proudly offers ACRYLITE® Optical Mar-Resistant Acrylic Sheets, a superior solution when clarity, durability, and abrasion resistance are essential. This clear extruded acrylic sheet features a state-of-the-art hard coating on one side (AR1) or both sides (AR2), delivering 40 times significantly greater scratch and chemical resistance compared to uncoated acrylic—making it ideal for high-contact or public-facing applications.

Engineered for indoor applications where frequent handling or cleaning occurs, these abrasion-resistant acrylic sheets maintain excellent optical clarity (92% light transmission) while resisting scratches from dirt, dust, cleaning tools, and daily use. Whether you're framing valuable artwork, building commercial displays, or crafting high-end furniture or signage, this tough, lightweight material is the professional's choice.


Key Features:

  • Scratch-Resistant: Protects against wear from repeated cleaning or public interaction.

  • Chemical-Resistant: Compatible with many standard household and commercial cleaners.

  • Outstanding Optical Clarity: 92% light transmission – ideal for displays, signage, and museum applications.

  • Lightweight and Strong: Half the weight of glass and many times more impact resistant.

  • Easy to Fabricate: Can be cut, drilled, routed, and sawed like standard acrylic.

  • Available with One-Side (AR1) or Two-Side (AR2) Coating: Choose AR1 for economy and printing, AR2 for maximum protection.


Applications Include:

  • Picture Framing and Glazing

  • Point-of-Purchase (POP) Displays

  • Menu Boards and Directories

  • Store Fixtures and Furniture Panels

  • Electronic and Museum Displays

  • Interior Partitions and Shields

  • Sports Arena and Security Glazing

  • Automotive Dash Panels and Clusters


Product Specs:

  • Available Sizes: up to 48" x 96" (Full sized sheets exceed the UPS maximum size. Please visit your nearest TAP Plastics store or call 1 888.827.7330 to discuss pricing and shipping options.)

  • Thickness Options: 0.118" and 0.236"

  • Color: Clear (Color Code: 0A000)

  • Light Transmission: 92%

  • Coating Types: AR1 (single side), AR2 (double side)


Important Notes:

  • Recommended for Indoor Use: Outdoor applications should be limited to 3 years max.

  • Flame Polishing & Thermoforming Not Recommended: May damage the coating.

  • Safe to Clean: Use household cleaners like Windex®, Fantastik®, or 409® (avoid harsh solvents on edges).

  • Easy to Maintain: Excellent for long-term use in retail, educational, healthcare, and architectural settings.


Give your projects long-lasting clarity and protection with abrasion-resistant acrylic sheets from TAP Plastics. Custom cut-to-size options available online or in-store for fast turnaround!


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