PDMS | PMMA | Glass | |
---|---|---|---|
Mechanical properties | Elastomer | Rigid | Rigid |
Solvent resistance | Poor | Good | Excellent |
Optical transmissivity • Visible range • UV range |
Excellent Good |
Excellent Good |
Excellent Good |
Biocompatibility | Good | Good | Good |
Material cost | ~135€/ Kg | ~1.6-3.6€/Kg | ~20-30€/Kg |