What is the performance difference between acrylic and polycarbonate for a laser safety window?
Polycarbonate windows tend to degrade faster over time, meaning their optical density qualities may diminish more quickly compared to acrylic. Acrylic typically maintains its protective properties for a longer duration.
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Can I cut the windows with a band saw?
While it is possible to cut acrylic with a band saw, we do not recommend it due to the risk of poor-quality cuts, chipping, or cracking. We recommend using a table saw for better results. If you need a laser safety window cut to a custom size, we ...
What is the 100-900 series of laser safety windows useful for?
The 900 series of laser safety windows is designed for use with low-level lasers.
What is the largest size window you sell?
We offer laser safety windows up to 48"x72" in certain laser window materials. For larger sizes or specific material needs, please contact us for details. Windows exceeding 52" in size require freight shipping, which may result in increased shipping ...
Do you do custom cuts of your acrylic?
Yes, we offer custom cuts for our acrylic windows using our in-house laser cutter. We can also accommodate additional customizations, such as adding grommets and other modifications.
Does the color of the windows affect safety?
No, the color of the windows has no impact on their safety specifications. The protective properties are independent of the color.