The two plastics most commonly compared to Spectar are acrylic and polycarbonate. For starters, Spectar is GREENGUARD Certified, which provides assurance that it meets the requirements of the GREENGUARD Certification Program and helps to create healthier indoor environments. Spectar also provides superior thermoforming through lower thermoforming temperatures and better part definition as well as superior chemical resistance (see TRS-211) and heat bending capabilities compared to both materials.