Material Composition | Budget vessels, mid-range boats | Industry: Acrylic (PMMA, 5mm, ASTM D790) Base: Aluminium 6061-T6 (3mm, ISO 630) Advanced: Anodized Aluminium 7075 (4mm, MIL-A-8625) | Base: Lightweight (30% lighter than acrylic) Advanced: Enhanced corrosion resistance (▲100% over Base) | Base: Higher cost than acrylic Advanced: Premium pricing due to anodization |
Corrosion Resistance | Coastal vessels, deep-sea exploration | Industry: 200h salt spray (ASTM B117) Base: 500h (▲300h) Advanced: 1000h (▲500h over Base) | Base: Outperforms industry standards Advanced: Withstands extreme marine environments | Base: Moderate weight gain vs plastic Advanced: Requires specialized maintenance |
Weight Efficiency | Yachts, speedboats | Industry: 8 kg/m² (acrylic) Base: 6 kg/m² (▲2 kg) Advanced: 5 kg/m² (▲1 kg over Base) | Base: Easier installation vs acrylic Advanced: Lighter for weight-sensitive vessels | Base: Less impact-resistant than acrylic Advanced: Thin profile may reduce durability |
UV Resistance | Tropical regions, prolonged sun exposure | Industry: 500h (ASTM G154) Base: 1000h (▲500h) Advanced: 1500h (▲500h over Base) | Base: Double industry lifespan Advanced: Triple industry lifespan (▲1000h total) | Base: Moderate cost increase vs acrylic Advanced: High-end alloy adds expense |
Noise Reduction | Luxury yachts, crew cabins | Industry: 25 dB (refrigerator hum) Base: 30 dB (▲5 dB) Advanced: 35 dB (▲5 dB over Base) | Base: Quieter than industry standard Advanced: Near-silent operation (▲10 dB total) | Base: Thicker material may limit visibility Advanced: Complex sealing system |
Customization | Precision navigation, remote control | Industry: Fixed panels Base: 0-90° rotation Advanced: 360° rotation + remote control (▲Full rotation) | Base: Adjustable for partial views Advanced: Full control for dynamic environments | Base: Limited adjustability Advanced: Requires electrical integration |