Tru-AR™ Acrylic
- Abrasion Resistant, Anti-reflective, Chemical Resistant, Safety & Shatter Resistant, Security
Tru-AR™ Acrylic is a highly durable, anti-reflective technical acrylic engineered for demanding display environments. Featuring a non-conductive, wide-band anti-reflective coating available in single or double-sided options, it minimizes glare and maximizes light transmission. With built-in abrasion resistance and shatter protection, Tru-AR Acrylic delivers exceptional clarity and safety for marine, medical, gaming, and large-format digital displays.
Product Details
Features
- Virtually eliminates distracting reflections for unmatched clarity and aesthetics
- Optimal light transmission for improved visibility and brighter colors
- Durable hard coat protects against scratches
- Shatter resistance safeguards against injury and damage
- Available with single or double-sided anti-reflective coating
Applications
- Marine
- Gaming
- Medical & Industrial Instruments
- Large Format Displays
- Security
- Partitions
- Retail Display Cases
- Counter Shields & Protective Barriers
Testing & Certifications
- MIL-C-48497A—Coating, Single or Multilayer, Interference: Durability Requirements
- MIL-C-14806A—Coating, Reflection Reducing, For Instrument Cover Glasses and Lighting Wedges
- MIL-M-13508C—Mirror, Front Surface Aluminized: For Optical Elements
- MIL-STD-810E—Environmental Test Methods and Engineering Guidelines
Technical Info
- Substrate: Abrasion Resistant UV Filter Acrylic
- Coating: Single or Double-Sided Anti-Reflective
- Thickness: 3.0mm, 4.5mm, 6.0mm, 9.0mm
- Maximum Size: 48” x 96”
- Reflection: ≤4.65% (Single-Sided) / ≤1.00% (Double-Sided)
- Light Transmission: ≥94.0% (Single-Sided) / >97.0% (Double-Sided)
Who Is It For
Tru-AR Acrylic is engineered for industrial designers, fabricators, and engineers who require rugged, optical-grade clarity in challenging lighting environments. It is commonly selected for:
- Marine and ruggedized outdoor displays.
- Medical and industrial instrument monitors.
- Casino gaming cabinets and digital signage.
- Retail display cases and security partitions requiring shatter resistance.
Resources
Facts Specifications Sheets
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| Product | Substrate | Best For | Reflection (Double-Sided) |
Light Transmission |
Abrasion / Shatter Resistance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tru-AR™ Acrylic | UV Filter Acrylic | High-impact environments requiring lightweight, anti-reflective, shatterproof displays (Gaming, Marine, Medical). | ≤1.00% | >97.0% | High abrasion & shatter resistance. |
| Tru-AR™ Glass | Clear Float or Low Iron Glass | Architectural displays, transit, and environments where post-temperable, anti-reflective glass is required. | <0.60% | >98.0% | Scratch resistant (can be tempered for safety) |
| Optium Museum Acrylic® | Acrylic | Conservation framing and fine art display requiring 99% UV protection, anti-reflective and anti-static properties. | <1.5% | >98.0% | High abrasion & shatter resistance. |
When Another Glazing Option May Be Better
Tru-AR™ Acrylic is designed for technical, industrial, and digital display applications. If you require a substrate that can be post-tempered to withstand extreme heat and processing conditions, Tru-AR™ Glass is the necessary choice. If you are framing fine art or cultural heritage items, Optium Museum Acrylic® provides the required conservation-grade UV protection, anti-reflective performance and anti-static performance.
Tru-AR™ Acrylic FAQs
How does anti-reflective glass and acrylic reduce reflection?
The thin film coatings on Tru Vue anti-reflective glass and acrylic disrupt the energy contained in light waves causing them to flow out of sync. This disrupted wave pattern virtually eliminates all reflection from the acrylic surface.
What is non-glare glass and non-glare acrylic?
Non-glare picture framing glass is finished to diffuse reflected light. Non-glare acrylic is embossed to diffuse reflected light. Both processes also give the glass and acrylic surfaces a matte finish.
What is the difference between single-sided and double-sided Tru-AR Acrylic?
Single-sided Tru-AR Acrylic features an anti-reflective coating on one side, achieving ≤4.65% reflection, ideal for lamination. Double-sided Tru-AR Acrylic is coated on both sides, achieving ≤1.00% reflection for maximum optical clarity in high-glare environments.
Can Tru-AR Acrylic be used for touch screens or medical devices?
Yes. Because of its non-conductive, abrasion-resistant hard coat and exceptional light transmission (>97% for double-sided), Tru-AR Acrylic is frequently used in medical instruments, gaming cabinets, and interactive retail displays.
Does Tru-AR Acrylic meet military specifications?
Yes. Tru-AR Acrylic meets rigorous environmental and durability standards, including MIL-C-48497A, MIL-C-14806A, MIL-M-13508C, and MIL-STD-810E, making it suitable for rugged applications like marine and security displays.
Care & Handling
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