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\"Matte<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The Expanded Acrylic Selection Gives You More Laser Cutting Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We love getting feedback on all the designs you\u2019re laser cutting<\/a>. One request has been more thickness options for acrylic. \u201cAsk, and it shall be given to you!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Previously only available in 3.0mm thickness, now matte black acrylic has been added to the NZ catalog<\/a> in 6.0mm thickness and to the USA catalog<\/a> in 5.6mm thickness. And as an extra bonus for those stateside, a thinner 1.5mm white acrylic has also been added to the USA materials lineup, giving you even more design options for your next laser cutter project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thicker Matte Black Acrylic (USA & NZ)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We love a shiny black acrylic, but there\u2019s one\ndownside: Fingerprints. When you\u2019re making a product that will be handled a lot\nbut you still want a pristine finish, matte black acrylic (a.k.a. frosted black\nacrylic for kiwis) will repel those pesky smudges and keep your items looking\nnew for longer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

See what we mean with this comparison. Matte\/frosted\nblack acrylic is on the left with conventional shiny black acrylic on the\nright.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Matte<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

While we\u2019ve offered matte black acrylic in 3mm\nfor some time, you\u2019ve requested a thicker sheet. Now 5.6mm is available in the\nUSA and 6.0mm is offered in NZ. These more substantial sheets provide stronger\nparts and more depth for projects that need it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How does this thicker matte black acrylic look\nwhen real world products are made? Check out this keyboard that showcases the\nmaterial\u2019s functional depth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Matte<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, these signs<\/a> illustrate aesthetic depth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Matte<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Keep in mind that the matte finish is only frosted on the front side; the back is shiny. When designing 3D products, you\u2019ll want to ensure that all exterior sides have the matte finish (which will require flipping parts of the design). We actually found this out the hard way, as you can see where the left side of the assembled display stand is shiny where the right side is matte as intended. #fail!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Matte<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

If you have some laser cutter projects in mind for matte black acrylic, USA-based peeps can find all the details on 5.6mm sheet here<\/a>. For those in NZ where the sheet is 6.0 mm thick, read all about what makes this frosted black acrylic special here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Matte<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Thinner White Acrylic (USA Only)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

White acrylic is a staple is our materials\nlineup. Adding a 1.5mm thickness option to the existing 3.0mm inventory caters to\nmore versatile project needs. Unlike the matte black above, this white acrylic\nhas the conventional shiny finish on both sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When building electronics enclosures<\/a>, not all boxes must be heavy-duty. Sometimes a less bulky design works from a functional standpoint because it\u2019s easier to mount switches and ports, plus it\u2019s visually appealing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"White<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Using a thinner sheet for earrings and other jewelry<\/a> pieces can be advantageous because it\u2019s lighter, which is nice for function and comfort, especially for larger statement pieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"White<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Coasters don’t always require a thick material to be effective, so using a thinner material can save money. This can mean more profits for you if you\u2019re making a product to sell<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"White<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

If you see 1.5mm white acrylic in your wildest making dreams, learn more about it here<\/a>. (Only available in the USA catalog at this time.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"White<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

What Will You Laser Cut With Thicker Matte Black Acrylic & Thinner White Acrylic?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With the expanded acrylic selection, what laser cutter projects will you make? If you need inspiration, check out these \u00a050 laser cut engineering projects to build a business on<\/a> or these 150 amazing laser cutter projects to inspire you<\/a>. Whatever you decide to make, share your ideas in the comments below. We\u2019d love to hear about it!
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The Expanded Acrylic Selection Gives You More Laser Cutting Options<\/p>\n

We love getting feedback on all the designs you\u2019re laser cutting. One request has been more thickness options for acrylic. \u201cAsk, and it shall be given to you!\u201d<\/p>\n

Previously only available in 3.0mm thickness, now matte black acrylic has been added to the NZ catalog in 6.0mm thickness and to the USA catalog in 5.6mm thickness. 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