Best Acrylic Sheet Under $20 (2026)
Five cast acrylic sheet 2-packs for laser cutting and engraving, compared on size, thickness, clarity and protective film.
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Best OverallKAITELA 12×16 Sheet9.5/10View on Amazon - 2
Best 12×12CALPALMY 12×12 2-Pack9.5/10View on Amazon - 3
Best small sheetsLesnlok 8×8 2-Pack9.4/10View on Amazon - 4
Best coloredCraftiff Sage 2-Pack9.4/10View on Amazon - 5
Best whiteOutus White 12×129.3/10View on Amazon - 6
10 Pack 8x10 0.04" Clear Plexiglass Sheets for Picture FrameView on Amazon - 7
CALPALMYView on Amazon - 8
2 Pieces 1/8" Round Plexiglass SheetView on Amazon - 9
2 Pack 24x36 Clear Acrylic Plexiglass Sheet 1/8 Thick CastView on Amazon - 10
8 x 12 Acrylic Sheet 1/8 inch Thick 3mm 2 Pack ClearView on Amazon
Clear acrylic is the workhorse of the laser bench: signs, ornaments, display cases and layered art all start as flat sheets. The best acrylic sheet under 20 is a cast sheet with a protective film, sized for small projects and priced for experimentation. This roundup compares the picks on size, thickness, clarity and what each listing says about laser cutting.
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Quick picks
- Best Overall KAITELA 12×16 Sheet: 12 x 16 in clear cast sheets, laser-cut with clean edges, for signs and display. Check price on Amazon
- Best 12×12 CALPALMY 12×12 2-Pack: 2-pack of 12 x 12 in 1/8 in clear sheets with blue protective film. Check price on Amazon
- Best small sheets Lesnlok 8×8 2-Pack: 8 x 8 in 1/8 in clear sheets, cell cast for sharper laser engraving. Check price on Amazon
- Best colored Craftiff Sage 2-Pack: Opaque sage green cast sheets, 11.8 x 7.8 in, laser cutter friendly. Check price on Amazon
- Best white Outus White 12×12: White 1/16 in sheets, 12 x 12 in, for palettes and display. Check price on Amazon
Machines on the list
Clear Cast Acrylic Sheet 12" x 16" x 1/8" Thick
Two clear cast acrylic sheets, 12 x 16 inches at 1/8 inch thick, laser-cut with clean edges for signs, crafts and display.
Pros
- 12 x 16 inches, the largest sheets here
- Clear cast acrylic, cut by laser with clean edges and no chips
- Lists laser cutting, engraving, CNC router and CO2 laser as uses
- Protective paper on both sides before use
Cons
- No warranty term is stated
- 0.88 kg, the heaviest sheets here
- Clear only; no colors in this listing
- Thickness reads 0.12 inches in the spec table against 1/8 inch in the title
CALPALMY (2-Pack) 12 x 12” Clear Acrylic Sheet
Two clear 12 x 12 inch cell cast acrylic sheets at 1/8 inch thick with blue protective film, for crafts, signs and display cases.
Pros
- Cell cast acrylic with an ultra-clear, scratch-free finish stated
- Lists Cricut, engraver, saws, drills and rotary tools as cutters
- Blue protective film on each sheet
- Weather and UV resistant, per the listing
Cons
- No warranty term is stated
- Clear only; no colors in this listing
- 0.63 kg for the pair, lighter stock than the KAITELA
- Not for knives, per the listing
Acrylic Sheet 8 x 8 Clear Plexiglass Sheets 1/8
Two clear 8 x 8 inch cell cast acrylic sheets at 1/8 inch thick, packed in double-layer bubble bags for crafts and frames.
Pros
- Cell cast version stated for clean cut edges and sharper laser engraving
- Higher resistance to scratch and chemical solvents stated
- Double-layer bubble bags protect the corners
- Lists tablesaw, jigsaw, drill, router and bandsaw as cutters
Cons
- 8 x 8 inches, the smallest sheets here
- No warranty term is stated
- Clear only; no colors in this listing
- The listing leans on craft uses over laser specifics
Opaque Light Green Olive Sage Cast Acrylic Sheets
Two opaque sage green cast acrylic sheets, 11.8 x 7.8 inches at 1/8 inch, laser cutter friendly for decorative projects.
Pros
- Opaque sage green, the only colored sheets here
- Cast acrylic, laser marking and cutting friendly per the listing
- Glossy finish on both sides
- 300 x 200 mm dimensions stated for metric planning
Cons
- Spec table counts 1 item on a 2-piece listing; trust the title
- No warranty term is stated
- Opaque, so no good for see-through projects
- 16 ounces for the pair, the middle of the weight range
Outus 2 Pieces 1/16 Inch Thick White Acrylic Sheet
Two white 12 x 12 inch cast acrylic sheets at 1/16 inch thick, for palettes, signage and display projects.
Pros
- White finish, the only white sheets here
- 1/16 inch thin stock for palettes and layered details
- Smooth edges for holding and mixing paint on
- Lists laser, tablesaw, jigsaw, drill, router and bandsaw as cutters
Cons
- Spec table lists 12.01 x 12.01 x 0.1 inches against 1/16 inch in the title
- 1/16 inch is too thin for structural pieces
- No warranty term is stated
- White only; no clear or colors in this listing
Other machines to compare
10 Pack 8x10 0.04" Clear Plexiglass Sheets for Picture FrameCheck price on Amazon
CALPALMYCheck price on Amazon
2 Pieces 1/8" Round Plexiglass SheetCheck price on Amazon
2 Pack 24x36 Clear Acrylic Plexiglass Sheet 1/8 Thick CastCheck price on Amazon
8 x 12 Acrylic Sheet 1/8 inch Thick 3mm 2 Pack ClearCheck price on Amazon
Specs compared
| Model | HQ Score | Size | Thickness | Type | Pack | Laser use | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KAITELA 12×16 Sheet | 9.5/10 | 12 x 16 in | 1/8 in | Clear cast | 2 | Laser cutting, engraving, CO2 | Not stated |
| CALPALMY 12×12 2-Pack | 9.5/10 | 12 x 12 in | 1/8 in | Clear cell cast | 2 | Engraver listed | Not stated |
| Lesnlok 8×8 2-Pack | 9.4/10 | 8 x 8 in | 1/8 in | Clear cell cast | 2 | Sharper laser engraving stated | Not stated |
| Craftiff Sage 2-Pack | 9.4/10 | 11.8 x 7.8 in | 1/8 in | Sage green cast | 2 | Laser cutter friendly | Not stated |
| Outus White 12×12 | 9.3/10 | 12 x 12 in | 1/16 in | White cast | 2 | Laser engraved signage listed | Not stated |
Specifications are manufacturer rated, as published on each listing and collected 22 October 2026.
What the acrylic listings tell you
We read 5 acrylic sheet listings for this guide. Two state a weight, 0.63 kg and 0.88 kg, and none states a warranty term. The spec tables need care: the Outus table lists 12.01 x 12.01 x 0.1 inches against 1/16 inch (1.5 mm) in the title and bullets, and the Craftiff table counts 1 item on a 2-piece listing. In both cases the title and bullets rule, and the cards below follow them.
Buying guide: best acrylic sheet under 20
Cast vs extruded
Every listing here describes cast acrylic. The Lesnlok listing states its cell cast version gives clean cut edges without burrs and sharper laser engraving, with higher resistance to scratch and chemical solvents. Cast is the listing-backed pick for laser work.
Thickness: 1/8 or 1/16
Four listings are 1/8 inch (3 mm); the Outus is 1/16 inch (1.5 mm). Thicker sheets suit signs and display cases; the thin white sheet suits palettes and layered details. Match the thickness to the project.
Size and the protective film
Sizes here are 12 x 12, 12 x 16, 8 x 8 and 11.8 x 7.8 inches. Every listing includes a protective film or paper; the CALPALMY, Lesnlok and Outus listings ask you to peel it before use. Cut with the film on to protect the surface, then peel for a clean finish.
Project Match
- Laser-cut signs and ornaments: the KAITELA or CALPALMY clear sheets, both listed for laser cutting and engraving.
- Small crafts and photo frames: the Lesnlok 8 x 8 sheets.
- Colored layered art: the Craftiff sage green sheets, opaque and cast.
- Palettes and white display pieces: the Outus white sheets at 1/16 inch.
How the scores add up
Each sheet is scored on performance, build, value, safety and warranty, with the weights published on our How We Pick page. A spec the listing does not publish scores nothing.
| Product | HQ Score | Perf. /35 | Build /25 | Value /25 | Safety /10 | Warranty /5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KAITELA 12×16 Sheet | 9.5 | 30 | 21 | 21 | 0 | 0 |
| CALPALMY 12×12 2-Pack | 9.5 | 29 | 21 | 21 | 0 | 0 |
| Lesnlok 8×8 2-Pack | 9.4 | 27 | 20 | 20 | 0 | 0 |
| Craftiff Sage 2-Pack | 9.4 | 27 | 20 | 19 | 0 | 0 |
| Outus White 12×12 | 9.3 | 26 | 19 | 19 | 0 | 0 |
Scores run from 9.2 to 9.8: each product’s point total is placed on that range, so more points always means a higher score.
FAQ: lasers and CNC
Is cast acrylic better for laser cutting?
The Lesnlok listing says its cell cast version gives clean cut edges without burrs and sharper laser engraving. All five listings here describe cast acrylic.
What thickness of acrylic can a diode laser cut?
That depends on the machine, not the sheet. These listings cover 1/16 and 1/8 inch; the KAITELA listing notes its sheets are cut by laser with clean edges and no chips.
Do these sheets come with protective film?
Yes. The CALPALMY sheets come with blue protective film, the KAITELA with protective paper on both sides, and the Lesnlok, Outus and Craftiff listings all mention protective film or padded packaging. Peel it before use, per the listings.
Can I cut acrylic with a Cricut?
The CALPALMY listing says its sheets cut with Cricut, engraver, saw or hand tools, but not knives. The other listings name laser cutters, saws, drills and routers. Check your machine’s material list first.
Is the white Outus sheet really 1/16 inch?
The title and bullets say 1/16 inch (1.5 mm); the spec table lists 0.06 inches and 12.01 x 12.01 x 0.1 inches. On a title-and-bullets rule, trust 1/16 inch.
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