Plastic sheet parts that are manufacturable.
Compare acrylic, PET-G, polycarbonate, PVC, HIPS and PE by use case, visible quality, processing and quote input.
The material comparison and processing matrix remain below the intro.
Choose material, capability and use case together
Acrylic, PET-G, polycarbonate, HIPS and PVC each need a different route for cutting, routing, bending, engraving and finishing.
- Applications
- Displays, covers, signage, prototypes and technical visible parts
- Relevant capabilities
- Laser cutting, CNC routing, engraving, bending and polishing
- Limits
- Thickness, bend radius, scratch sensitivity and edge quality must be clear up front
- Acrylic
- PET-G
- Polycarbonate
Remove uncertainty before quoting
This guide sharpens the request without requiring every technical detail up front.
Choose plastic when transparency, low weight, visible quality or shape freedom matter for display, cover, prototype or signage.
Not ideal without choosing GS/XT, thickness, scratch load, bend radius or desired polished edges.
Name visible edges, polished edges, bending and any engraving directly in the request.
Material, capability and quote input in one overview
Indicative market range; Milplex confirms manufacturability, tolerances and planning per drawing.
Displays, covers, letters, showcases and visible parts.
Laser for clean contours and visible edges; CNC for holes, pockets, fit and thicker or stress-sensitive parts.
Market indication: Indicative laser range in the market: about 0.5-25 mm, depending on quality, type and edge appearance.
Send along: State cast/extruded type, visible side, protective film, edge finish and any fit requirements.
Displays, protective parts, transparent covers and visible work where impact resistance matters.
CNC or laser after material review; bending and polishing are reviewed by use case and visible quality.
Market indication: Indicative market range: reviewed per drawing, especially for heat, bending and edge appearance.
Send along: State end use, visible side, bending, scratch requirements and mounting context.
Protective covers, technical visible parts and components where impact resistance matters more than optical laser edge.
CNC is often safest for fit, holes and edge control; laser only after material and edge review.
Market indication: Indicative laser range in the market: about 0.1-6 mm, but CNC is often more logical for functional parts.
Send along: Check heat behaviour, scratch sensitivity, visible side and mounting load.
Functional parts, panels, temporary displays, protective pieces and technical sheet parts.
CNC is usually the first route; laser only when material, safety and edge quality fit.
Market indication: Indicative PE laser range in the market: about 1-15 mm; PVC and HIPS are always reviewed for process and safety first.
Send along: State plastic type, data sheet if available, use case and visible quality.
Facade signage, panels, wayfinding, signage and flat interior accents.
CNC routing, engraving, drilling and mounting preparation are usually leading.
Market indication: Indicative market range: determined by brand, thickness, core and mounting.
Send along: State outdoor use, viewing distance, mounting, colour, panel size and drill plan.
Interior panels, robust visible parts, displays and ready-to-install sheet parts.
CNC for contour, holes, cut-outs and edge control; engraving only after decor and visible-side review.
Market indication: Indicative market range: reviewed by decor, thickness, carrier and edge finish.
Send along: Visible side, chipping sensitivity, mounting points and edge finish determine the route.
Prototypes, displays, templates, presentation parts and interior shapes.
CNC routing for contour, pockets, radius and shape; finishing defines the final appearance.
Market indication: Indicative market range: depends on sheet quality, fixturing, detail level and finish.
Send along: State visible side, coating/foil/finish, moisture load and assembly needs.
Structural visible parts, lecterns, interiors, displays and repeatable sheet sets.
CNC for clean contours, holes, pockets and mounting preparation.
Market indication: Indicative market range: reviewed by build-up, veneer side, thickness and splinter risk.
Send along: State veneer side, visible side, edge appearance, mounting points and required finish.
From transparent display to technical plastic part
Use these examples to make function, shape and finish concrete in your request.
Example applicationDisplays and retail presentation
Cutting, bending, bonding and finishing
Illustrative product direction; not an existing client project.
Example applicationTechnical enclosures and panels
CNC, drilling, bending and assembly
Illustrative product direction; not an existing client project.
Example applicationTrays, fixtures and product carriers
CNC, laser and custom assembly
Illustrative product direction; not an existing client project.
Good files make the quote precise faster
Milplex checks resolution, vector lines, layer structure, dimensions and visible side. Even if your file is not perfect yet, clear input helps choose the right production route.
- DXF
- DWG
- STEP
- AI/EPS
Which production route fits this material?
Material affects not only appearance, but also tolerance, edge quality, mounting and lead time.
CNC routing
For precision routing, surfacing, profile routing, drill holes and repeatable parts where dimensions matter.
- Files
- DXF, DWG, PDF, STEP
- Typical work
- Precision routing, surfacing, drill holes
- Strong for
- Dimensions and repeatability
- Acryl/plexiglas
- ACM
- HPL
- MDF
Laser cutting
For sharp cut edges, complex shapes, lettering, panels and display parts where detail and speed matter.
- Files
- DXF, PDF, AI/EPS
- Typical work
- Letters, patterns, displays, panels
- Strong for
- Detail, speed and edge appearance
- Acryl/plexiglas
- PET-G
- HIPS
- Signage plaatmateriaal
Engraving
For text, logos, nameplates and markings where contrast and reading distance matter.
- Files
- PDF, AI/EPS, SVG, DXF
- Typical work
- Logo, nameplate, marking
- Strong for
- Contrast and readability
- Acryl/plexiglas
- ACM
- Hout
- HPL
Bending
For thermal, cold or linear bending of presentation parts, showcases, protective covers and holders.
- Files
- STEP, PDF, schets
- Typical work
- Displays, showcases, holders, covers
- Strong for
- Shape and visible work
- Acryl/plexiglas
- PET-G
- Polycarbonaat
Polishing and finishing
For flame polishing, mechanical polishing, diamond polishing and manual finishing of visible edges.
- Files
- PDF, foto, werktekening
- Typical work
- Clear edges, visible sides, delivery
- Strong for
- Professional visible quality
- Acryl/plexiglas
- HPL
- Hout
- MDF
Compare material choice with real routes
Bravour charging cabinet
- Question
- A charging cabinet needed to look clean, be stable, neatly hide cables and devices, and be delivered as a complete product.
- Material
- Wood and visible parts with clean edge finishing.
- Route
- CNC routing, finishing and assembly.
- Result
- A charging cabinet combining function, stability and appearance, with a route suitable for repeatable custom work.
- Combination of visible work, stability and assembly.
- Suitable reference for presentation products and charging solutions.
- Assembly and finishing choices included from the request.
- Quantities
- Suitable for repeatable custom work after first product specification.
- Turnaround
- Confirmed after file review, material choice and assembly choice.
Solid Gray backpack plastics
- Question
- Plastic parts for a hard-shell product needed to be dimensionally stable, repeatable and cleanly finished.
- Material
- Technical plastic sheet parts with attention to fit.
- Route
- CNC route with file review, fit check and finishing.
- Result
- A production route suitable for prototype, iteration and small series.
- Dimensionally stable plastic parts with repeatable production route.
- Project logic useful for prototypes and small runs.
- File review and fit checks determine quote quality.
- Quantities
- Prototype or small run, depending on revision and fit review.
- Turnaround
- Confirmed after tolerance and file-version review.
Unsure about this material?
Send your plastic request with thickness, use case and file.
For a request, only name, email or phone, and a short description are required. Other project details are optional.
Common questions about this material
Answers about suitable use, limitations, capability and quote input.
Which capability fits my project best?
That depends on material, geometry, level of detail and volume. Milplex helps choose between laser cutting, CNC routing and engraving.
Can Milplex advise on tolerances and finishing?
Yes. During file review we look at cut-outs, edge finishing, material behaviour and production feasibility.
Can Milplex handle repeat production?
Yes. We support both prototypes and repeat production when material, planning and files are aligned.
Sneller naar een materiaal-passende offerte
Voor plexiglas, PET-G, polycarbonaat en kunststof zichtdelen met passende bewerking.
Last updated: 15 July 2026
Materiaalkeuze versnellen
- Binnen- of buitengebruik
- Formaat, dikte, kleur en afwerking
- Bewerking, montage en aantallen
Veelgestelde vragen over deze route
Waar moet ik op letten bij Kunststof plaatmateriaal?
Benoem toepassing, binnen- of buitengebruik, dikte, zichtzijde, kleur, afwerking en montagewijze.
Welke bewerkingen passen bij dit materiaal?
Dat hangt af van dikte, vorm, randkwaliteit en zichtwerk. Milplex adviseert tussen CNC, laser, graveren, afwerken en assemblage.
Kan ik alternatieve materialen laten vergelijken?
Ja. Vermeld uw twijfel of budgetrichting; Milplex kan meerdere materiaalopties naast elkaar beoordelen.
Van materiaalvraag naar productieroute
De juiste productieroute volgt uit toepassing, formaat, dikte en zichtzijde-keuze.
- Toepassing beschrijven
Benoem binnen/buiten, zichtwerk, belasting, montage en gewenste uitstraling.
- Materiaal vergelijken
Dikte, kleur, stijfheid, randgedrag en bewerking bepalen de beste keuze.
- Bewerking koppelen
Materiaalkeuze wordt gekoppeld aan CNC, laser, graveren, afwerking of assemblage.
- Offerte scherp maken
Met aantallen, deadline en bestanden kan Milplex snel concreet reageren.
