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Algae Cultivation Acrylic Tube — 92% Light Transmission · UV Stabilized · 20-40 Year Lifespan
Algae cultivation acrylic tube is available in a range of diameters and wall thicknesses in clear finishes. which come with flanges and watertight are strong yet lightweight and suitable for the algae cultivation.
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Algae Cultivation Acrylic Tube
92% Light Transmission · UV Stabilized · Biofilm-Resistant · 20-40 Year Lifespan
Precision-extruded PMMA tubes engineered for tubular photobioreactors (PBR), algae cultivation systems, and photosynthetic biomass production. Available in Ø30mm to Ø500mm, lengths up to 10m+.
Maximizing Photosynthesis. Engineered for Algae.
In tubular photobioreactors, every photon counts. The tube wall is the first and most critical optical interface between your algae culture and the light source. PMMA (polymethyl methacrylate) acrylic tube delivers up to 92% light transmission — significantly higher than glass, polycarbonate, or other transparent plastics — ensuring maximum photosynthetic efficiency across the entire culture volume.[reference:0]
Our algae cultivation acrylic tubes are extruded from UV-stabilized PMMA, maintaining transparency without yellowing even after years of outdoor exposure. PMMA is also inherently resistant to biofilm formation, reducing cleaning frequency and maintaining consistent light delivery over the system's lifetime — which can reach 20 to 40 years without declining light transmission.[reference:1][reference:2]
Available in diameters from Ø30mm to Ø500mm and lengths exceeding 10 meters, our tubes are designed for both horizontal serpentine and vertical column photobioreactor configurations. Custom wall thickness, end finishes, and connection flanges available for seamless integration into your existing PBR system.
Why PMMA for Algae
PMMA tube for tubular photobioreactor · Algae cultivation system
Applications
HORIZONTAL SERPENTINE
Long tubes arranged in U-shape or serpentine patterns on the ground. Ideal for outdoor installations with natural sunlight. Small diameters (Ø10-60mm) maximize light penetration and surface-to-volume ratio.[reference:3]
VERTICAL COLUMN
Vertical tubes up to 10m+ connected by flanges. Requires significantly less space and enables energy-efficient Airlift circulation. Larger diameters (Ø100-500mm) for increased culture volume.[reference:4]
RING / ANNULAR
Two concentric tubes of equal height with the light source positioned in the central tube. Reduced water layer thickness improves biomass yield and light distribution efficiency.[reference:5]
INCLINED / TILTED
Tubes inclined at approximately 45° for optimal balance between light harvesting and gas transfer. Maximum light capture throughout the day without increasing structural support costs.[reference:6]
Custom Diameters
Any size from Ø30mm to Ø500mm
Variable Wall Thickness
Adjusted for hydrostatic pressure
End Fabrication
Flanges · End caps · Fittings
System Integration
Designed for your PBR layout
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LEZPC — Algae Cultivation Acrylic Tube · Photobioreactor Grade PMMA
| No. | Specifications | Flange specifcations | Cover plate size | Bottom plate size | Sealing gasket size/material | Screws | ||
| 1 | Ø80x2x2000MM | Ø80x2x2500MM | 140*8MM | 82*8MM | 82*10MM | 141x1mm | silica gel | M8*28 PA6 |
| 2 | Ø90x2.5 x2000MM | Ø90x2.5 x2500MM | 150*8MM | 92*8MM | 92*10MM | 150x1mm | silica gel | M8*28 PA6 |
| 3 | Ø120x3x2000MM | Ø120x3x2500MM | 180*8MM | 122*8MM | 122*10MM | 180x1mm | silica gel | M8*28 PA6 |
| 4 | Ø150x3x2000MM | Ø150x3x2500MM | 200*10MM | 152*8MM | 152*10MM | 200x1mm | silica gel | M8*28 PA6 |
| 5 | Ø200x3x1500MM | Ø200x3x2000MM | 250*10MM | 202*8MM | 202*10MM | 250x1mm | silica gel | M8*28 PA6 |
| 6 | Ø250x3x1500MM | Ø250x3x2000MM | 300*10MM | 252*8MM | 252*10MM | 300x1mm | silica gel | M8*28 PA6 |
| 7 | Ø350x4x1500MM | Ø350x4x2000MM | 400*10MM | 352*8MM | 352*10MM | 400x1mm | silica gel | M8*28 PA6 |
| 8 | Ø400x5x1500MM | Ø400x5x2000MM | 450*10MM | 402*8MM | 402*10MM | 450x1mm | silica gel | M8*28 PA6 |
| 9 | Ø500x5x1500MM | Ø500x5x2000MM | 550*10MM | 505*8MM | 505*10MM | 550x1mm | silica gel | M8*28 PA6 |
| All specifications of flanges can be equipped with milky white silicone sealing gaskets,customizable in any color | ||||||||
Material: PMMA transparent
Performance: seawater resistance,acid and alkail resistance,chemical resistance
Weather resistance: anti-UV,resistant to ultraviolet radiation
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