In the plastics industry, polycarbonate sheet is one of the most versatile materials on the market, due to the number of advantages that make it a favorite among builders and product manufacturers.
What is polycarbonate sheet?
Polycarbonate is a thermoplastic that comes in the form of a transparent sheet, made of plastic polymers containing carbon elements, resistant to moisture, chemicals, and fire. Polycarbonate sheets have a low risk of catching fire; therefore, in the event of a fire outbreak, they can quickly extinguish a fire on their own.
Common applications of polycarbonate sheets
Polycarbonate can be the ideal solution for applications where a strong, transparent, durable, and hygienic plastic is needed.
In addition, polycarbonate sheet offers excellent impact resistance and can be used for the fabrication of different structures, such as flat sheets, multiwall sheets and corrugated sheets, Enclosures, Food processing, medical equipment, Aerospace application, Exhibitions and displays, etc.
Advantages of polycarbonate sheet as a construction and fabrication material
Polycarbonate sheet is the choice of manufacturers in a wide range of industries due to its advantages. One of the most important is its strength combined with design flexibility. Polycarbonate is 30 times stronger than acrylic and more than 200 times stronger than glass. However, it is also easier to mold than glass and is much lighter.
Stiffness
Polycarbonate sheets are stiffer and stronger, as they are able to withstand high temperatures.
Versatile
Polycarbonate sheets are versatile, meaning they can be designed in many different styles
Lightweight
Polycarbonate sheet weighs only half as much as glass, therefore, it can be used as a substitute for glass. Polycarbonate sheets, moreover, do not produce dangerous fragments compared to glass in the event of a breakage incident.
High resistance to external damage
Polycarbonate sheet has high chemical and scratch resistance.
Insulating
Polycarbonate sheets insulate better than glass and, therefore, used in construction can reduce energy costs. Being transparent, polycarbonate can be used in applications where glass is also used, such as glazing security lights or covering skylights. Polycarbonate comes in many different formulations, and this flexibility is another advantage. The formulation can be very specific to the application.
Block ultraviolet light
Polycarbonate sheets have a special coating against ultraviolet rays on both sides, so they will offer maximum protection against these harmful rays
Easy to install
Polycarbonate sheets are lightweight and can be attached directly to frames with simple tools. Because they are lightweight, they are easy to handle, move and store.
