How much does an acrylic bath weigh? How much weight can she support?

Acrylic bathtubs relatively recently appeared on the market and are gaining more and more popularity. About the components used in the manufacture, the weight of the structures and its significance when choosing, read on.

The composition of the acrylic bath material

The basis of production is acrylic - a synthetic polymer having excellent wear resistance and strength..

Various additives can be used, for example, blocking the growth of bacteria and harmful microorganisms, or giving the substance a certain color.

Apply 2 types of raw materials for the production of models:

1. the standard version, ABS / PMMA, consists of liquid plastic and a hardener, is more fragile and has a short service life (up to 5 years);
2. polymethyl methacrylate (cast acrylic), a more expensive raw material, its polymer base is characterized uniformity, surface quality, durability, allows to produce a product of complex shapes, serves 10 years and above.
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Popular varieties are Stakril and Epoksin, which contain epoxy resin, are characterized by good strength.

What determines the mass of the bath?

This value is determined by the conditions:

• product area;
• the thickness of the acrylic layer (from 4 to 8 mm);
• dimensions (length, height, width);
• selected shape (round, rectangular, etc.);
• the presence of additional accessories (for example, vibration massage).

What is her weight?

The advantage of polymer products is their low weight in comparison with cast iron and steel specimens. This gives a gain in the transportation process, during installation and repair. The downside of light instances is lack of stability, which will require the use of special reinforcing frames before installation.

You can find bathtubs of various shapes and sizes, but there are also standard specimens with an approved set of parameters.

We give the length and width of the models (cm), and approximate weight (kg):

• 120 * 70, - up to 15;
• 150 * 70, - up to 18;
• 160*70, – 19–20;
• 170*70, – 21–25;
• 180 * 70 (maybe 80), - up to 30.

Rectangular bath packaging weight will be increased by approximately 10%.

The maximum number reaches 50 kg, this is possible for complex large structures. The presence of various options will make the equipment heavier by another 25-30 kg. The parameter plays an important role in small rooms, where it is easier to manage with a compact and fairly light accessory.

Important! It should be noted that the weight parameter can vary, but within certain limits. For example, if the tank is manufactured according to the standard of 15 kg, a reduction or excess of the indicator by 3-4 units is allowed, but no more. Violation warns us of thin walls and short life. Perhaps under the guise of expensive acrylic try to sell cheap plastic.

What weight can such a bath stand?

This question often arises in relation to polymer products that create the impression of fragility.

The model is made in order to carry loads significantly exceeding its own value. For example, a 20-pound specimen with a wall thickness of 5 mm can withstand values ​​up to 500 kg. This number includes:

• human body mass;
• accumulated fluid;
• optional equipment.

It is easy to calculate that, for example, with the weight of the owner of 90 kg, water 250 (identical number in liters), 100 supplements, a reserve of 60 kg remains. This is an average calculation, but it gives an idea that the installed plumbing will be able to function regularly and without breakdowns.

Top quality accessories rated at 700 kg.

On a note! Models are made on the basis of several layers, when the composition includes not only the main element, but also fiberglass, polymer resins. They create a sufficiently high structural strength.

Acrylic bathtubs have many advantages, among them - high-quality, resistant to impact material and comfortable weight. Even in cases of exclusive, heavier options, in this parameter they outperform cast iron and steel counterparts.