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PMMA (Acrylic) vs PP Homopolymer
Property comparison of PMMA (Acrylic) and PP Homopolymer, both polymer.
| Property | PMMA (Acrylic) | PP Homopolymer | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 72 MPa | 38 MPa | -47% |
| Elongation | 4 % | 100 % | +2400% |
| Elastic modulus | 3,200 MPa | 1,700 MPa | -47% |
| Poisson ratio | 0.38 | 0.4 | +5% |
| Density | 1,190 kg/m³ | 905 kg/m³ | -24% |
| Thermal conductivity | 0.19 W/m·K | 0.17 W/m·K | -11% |
| Specific heat | 1,460 J/kg·K | 1,800 J/kg·K | +23% |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion | 0.00007 1/K | 0.0001 1/K | +43% |
Difference is PP Homopolymer relative to PMMA (Acrylic). Values are taken from the representative row of each material; both materials may have multiple heat treatments or conditions on their individual pages.
Identification
PMMA (Acrylic)
- standard
- ASTM
PP Homopolymer
- standard
- ASTM
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