Plastic-Craft | Solid Acrylic Sphere, Transparent Clear, 1/2" (0.5") OD (Pack of 25)

$21.56
by Plastic-Craft Products

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OPTICAL CLARITY GUARANTEED — Solid acrylic sphere achieves 92% light transmission, the highest clarity available in plastic. Tensile strength of 8,000 PSI resists cracking under stress. Rated -40°F to 180°F for indoor and outdoor use without yellowing, hazing, or brittleness. Meets ASTM D4802 compliance standards for consistent optical-grade acrylic material quality. PRECISE DIMENSIONS INCLUDED — Each solid transparent clear acrylic sphere measures exactly 1/2" (0.5") OD with tolerances held to +/-0.010" for consistent, uniform sizing across every unit. Pack of 25 spheres included per order. Lightweight at 0.08 lbs total pack weight, making these easy to handle, ship, and incorporate into detailed assemblies and craft layouts. VERSATILE APPLICATIONS — Ideal for decorative displays, craft projects, photography props, and educational models requiring optical-grade clarity. Perfect for science demonstrations, resin embedment, jewelry design, floral arrangements, shadow boxes, and miniature dioramas. Trusted by artists, educators, photographers, and hobbyists who demand crystal-clear, professional-quality plastic components. EASY TO FABRICATE — Solid acrylic machines cleanly using standard hobby or shop tools including saws, drills, and rotary tools. Bonds reliably with acrylic-compatible cements and adhesives. Can be polished to restore optical clarity on cut surfaces. Compatible with resin casting, painting, and coating processes for custom decorative and engineering craft applications. PRECISION TOLERANCES & QUALITY — Dimensions held to +/- 0.010" ensuring consistent, precise fit for fabrication and engineering applications. Manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management standards for reliable material quality on every order. COMMON QUESTIONS: Q: Can this acrylic be cut with standard woodworking tools? A: Yes — cuts cleanly with a table saw, band saw, or router using a fine-tooth blade. Score-and-snap works for straight cuts on thinner sheets. Always use a slow feed rate to prevent chipping. Q: Will this acrylic yellow or crack outdoors? A: Cast acrylic resists UV yellowing significantly better than extruded. Both grades maintain clarity for years in typical outdoor applications. For extended direct sun exposure, a UV-protective coating is recommended. Q: How does the clarity of this acrylic compare to glass? A: 92% light transmission — actually clearer than standard glass, with significantly better impact resistance. Ideal for display cases, picture frames, sneeze guards, and anywhere optical clarity matters. These 1/2" clear acrylic spheres deliver optical-grade transparency in a compact, versatile form. With 92% light transmission and 100% virgin PMMA construction, they outperform glass in clarity while offering far greater impact resistance at 8000 PSI tensile strength. Buyers choose these for projects where appearance is everything — and where a cloudy or yellowish ball simply won't do. Popular applications include decorative displays, ornaments, photography props, educational models, and craft projects. They bond cleanly with acrylic cement or cyanoacrylate, and can be drilled carefully with a slow-speed bit and backing material to prevent cracking. Rated for service from -40°F to 180°F and compliant with ASTM D4802. Stocked and ships from West Nyack, NY. Plastic-Craft Products has been a trusted supplier of quality plastic materials since 1934. We are ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified, ensuring rigorous quality management standards across our entire operation. All dimensions are held to +/- 0.010″ tolerances. Whether you're a hobbyist, fabricator, engineer, or procurement professional — we have the materials and expertise to support your project.

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