$14
Cost per sheet
applications /
commercial /
end-use parts
Rear car light using PMMA 4mm
12 mins
Forming time
23 hrs
SLA template creation
Application overview
Manufacturing a rear car light with the Mayku Multiplier
PMMA is lightweight, impact-resistant, shatterproof and resistant to UV damage. Additionally, it’s transparent and able to create a bright light transmission quality when illuminated with LED lights. This makes it an optimal choice for rear light covers that need to be durable and provide maximum visibility.
The key benefits of using the Multiplier:
- Take full control of the prototyping cycle
- Manufacture end-use or customized parts in-house
- Reduce out-sourcing costs and lead time
- Reduced tooling costs due to the elimination of the need for expensive molds
- Use validated engineering materials for functional components
Application considerations
There are some key considerations when making transparent parts
Template design
We recommend using 0.75mm air holes, draft angles of at least 8º on all sides, and using a female mold for maximum detail
Template manufacturing
Manufacturing the templates with SLA 3D printing offers great flexibility and template quality for short production runs
Template smoothing
The Multiplier picks up all texture, so it’s recommended to clean up every detail in post-processing and smooth the surface to increase the final part
Choosing PMMA material
Use PMMA if your application requires optical clarity, high resistance to UV light, good insulation and abrasion resistance
PMMA part removal
Use a hot knife or kevlar scissors for small runs, and automate with a CNC machine for large runs
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