How easily is the surface scratched, like from dirt, sand, or plants rubbing on it?
20" Clear Acrylic Replacement Light Globe with 8" Lip
I am replacing a vintage terrarium globe that had a two part 20 inch clear plastic sphere that has yellowed and become very brittle and cracked. It was previously scratched on the inside from the planting soil and general plant terrarium upkeep. I am wanting to replace the globe with a new one, which doesn't have to be two parts, but I have not had any luck finding any 20 inch diameter ones in clear glass to avoid scratches. This is the closest thing I have been able to find.
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Open Nov 13, 2024 - 07:54 AM
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Nov 13, 2024 - 07:54 AM
Hi thank you for your question. Both polycarbonate and acrylic plastic types are prone to surface scratches as plastic is low on the Mohs Hardness Scale, Glass being a 5-6 where plastics like these globes are 3-4 so much softer and easier to scratch. I will note that acrylic is color stable and wont turn color to yellow over time like polycarbonate would. Although polycarbonate is more resistant to cracks and braking.
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20" Clear Acrylic Replacement Light Globe with 8" Lip
" Round Replacement Cover with 8 in Lip Fitter | 8 in Neck Exterior, 7.25 in Inner Opening This 20-inch clear acrylic round light globe is a replacement cover for compatible outdoor and indoor globe fixtures. It uses an 8 in lip (flange) neck for fixtures that secure the globe with set screws. ...
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