The basic formula used in analyzing _thin-walled spherical pressure vessel_ is: stress = PD / 4t where P is the pressure inside or outside, D is the inner diameter, and t is the wall thickness. therefore: t = PD / [(allowable stress of the material) * 4] Note that this formula is only applicable if D/t >= 10 Note also that allowable stress in acrylic is 10,000 psi @ **room temperature**. This changes when you submerge this in water, so might want to consider this too. ___________________ Edit: The unit of measurement in the formula is: For English system: stresses should be in _pounds per sq.inch (psi)_ while dimensions should be in _inches (in.)_ For SI system: stresses should be in _megaPascal (MPa)_, and dimensions should be in _millimeters (mm)_