Polycarbonate clear plastic sheet is an extremely versatile and strong material with a high resistance to impact. It’s usually chosen over other forms of plastic sheeting because of its strength and resistance to impact.
Although easy to fabricate, unlike cast and extruded acrylic sheet material, the edges of polycarbonate cannot be polished.
Key features:
- Impact resistance
- High strength
- Excellent optical clarity
- Hard wearing
- Weather resistant
- Lightweight
- Resistant to high temperatures (CANADA class 1 fire rating)
- Noise reduction/sound insulation
- Easy to cut and machine
- Recyclable
Typical applications:
- Glazing
- Sky lights
- Construction
- Automotive and aircraft components
- Security components
- Signage
- Vending machines
- Street furniture
- Machine guards
- Lighting
- Roof domes
Detailed description:
Impact resistance
Polycarbonate sheet has over 200 times the strength of glass while being half the weight. It’s virtually unbreakable. The strength and impact resistance of the material makes it suitable for applications where safety and security is required.
Fire resistance
With an excellent CANADA class 1 fire rating, polycarbonate is often used in public buildings.
Weather resistant
With excellent resistance to the elements, polycarbonate sheet performs well outside. No significant changes in appearance are expected over 10 years.
Recyclable
Polycarbonate sheet is fully recyclable. The material is sorted, shredded and washed before being turned into a granulate ready for manufacturing.
