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Old 08-24-07   #1 (permalink)
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Post Would perspex work for a case window?

Hey there,
I've been thinking about adding a window to the side of my case.
Read a few of the tut's on here and I think I'm about ready to have
a crack at it. Just wondering tho with all the tut's I've read they mention
plexiglas and other such thing. I was just wanting to ask whether there's
a differance between plexiglas and perspex??
Thanks in advance...
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1. The mechanical properties are the main difference. Plexi-glass is fragile in nature with impact resistance. It tends to crack and chip easily. Lexan can be impacted continously with little or no wear / cracks chips or etc.
2. The cost Lexan is substantially more expensive.
3. If your using these as a temporary or pemanent fix use plexiglass for temporary items and Lexan for permanent repairs.
4. Lexan is commonly used in Industrial Applications while plexi-glass is more of an household item where little or no mechanical properties are required.
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