What are the shipping options for polycarbonate sheets?
Falken Design has the largest assortment of Polycarbonate Sheets. What are the shipping options for Polycarbonate Sheets? All Polycarbonate Sheets can be shipped to you at home. What is the price range for Polycarbonate Sheets? The average price for Polycarbonate Sheets ranges from $10 to $900.
Why choose clear polycarbonate sheets?
Our clear polycarbonate sheets and panels are a great alternative to glass and many other clear plastics when you need good transparency plus shatter resistance and high strength. We offer machine grade, glass fgilled, carbon filled, bullet- resistant (often referred to as “bulletproof glass”), and clear polycarbonate sheets.
What is the dimension of polycarbonate sheets?
Polycarbonate Dimension Information. Standard Cut-to-Size length and width tolerances are +/-1/8", but many sheets can be cut and sized with greater accuracy. Please contact us if you need greater precision.
What is the best adhesive for polycarbonate sheets?
The best option for this would be a clear non yellowing adhesive. The most common adhesives used on polycarbonate sheets are cyanoacrylates adhesive, two-part epoxy resin adhesive, two-part resin based adhesive and UV curable adhesive. Are Polycarbonate Sheets Flexible?
How much is a sheet of clear polycarbonate?
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Can polycarbonate be transparent?
Polycarbonates used in engineering are strong, tough materials, and some grades are optically transparent. They are easily worked, molded, and thermoformed.
Are polycarbonate sheets clear?
Polycarbonate is a thermoplastic that comes in a transparent sheet. It is incredibly tough and absorbs minimal moisture, making it resistant to impact damage as well as water damage. It's also flame-retardant and chemical resistant. Polycarbonate sheet is durable, transparent and sanitary.
How much does polycarbonate plastic cost?
For general purpose, grades of polycarbonate in February prices were around $1.60 – $1.90 per pound.
Is polycarbonate as clear as glass?
Our Polycarbonate sheet offers a level of safety that no other clear glazing material can match. It is 250 times stronger and just as clear as glass.
Is polycarbonate more transparent than glass?
Polycarbonate is a transparent, strong and hard material: it is 250 times as strong as standard glass while weighing only half as much.
What is the clearest polycarbonate?
Clear Polycarbonate Simply put, you won't find a better material out there for consistent clarity and durability in even the harshest of environments.
Does clear polycarbonate turn yellow?
Unlike acrylic though, the colour clarity of polycarbonate does diminish over time and will adopt a yellow hue with prolonged exposure to the UV rays.
What are the disadvantages of polycarbonate?
The main disadvantage of polycarbonate is that it isn't resistant to scratches. For example, if a branch should happen to fall on a patio canopy made of polycarbonate, it may be scratched. This problem can be solved by polishing the polycarbonate.
How do you cut polycarbonate sheets?
Use a circular saw or a jigsaw for the best cut. Polycarbonate sheets can be cut with either a circular saw or a jigsaw. A circular saw is the best tool for cutting larger polycarbonate lengths. Thanks to the properties of this material, polycarbonate won't crack or splinter around the cut.
What sizes do polycarbonate sheets come in?
Polycarbonate sheets : 4mm, 6mm, 10mm, 16mm, 25mm & 35mm polycarbonate sheets.
How long do polycarbonate panels last?
between 10 and 20 yearsAs long as it's well-maintained, polycarbonate roofing panels can last anywhere between 10 and 20 years before they need to be replaced.
Are Polycarbonate Sheets Flexible?
Polycarbonate sheets are inherently flexible and available in a variety of grades based on application. Most polycarbonate sheets are pliable and c...
Does Polycarbonate Shatter?
While polycarbonate can be dented, it is extremely shatter resistant. In fact, polycarbonate is 250 times stronger than glass and can undergo signi...
Why Are Polycarbonate Sheets So Strong?
The polymers in polycarbonate have an exceptionally strong bond to the carbonate groups in polycarbonate's chemical chain. This forms a "crosslink"...
How Long Will Polycarbonate Last?
Polycarbonate sheets and panels will slowly change color and start to yellow if it is directly exposed to UV rays for a very long time. To prevent...
What is the Best Way to Clean Polycarbonate Sheets?
For the most thorough cleaning, use Novus #1 cleaner and a soft, microfiber cloth. For a simple, routine cleaning, polycarbonate panels should be c...
Does Polycarbonate Scratch Easily?
A standard polycarbonate sheet is susceptible to scratching. However, manufacturers have resolved this concern by creating special coatings that pr...
Is Polycarbonate Hygroscopic?
Polycarbonate is a hygroscopic engineering polymer, so it can attract and absorb moisture from its surrounding environment at room temperature. How...
What Is the Difference Between Polypropylene and Polycarbonate?
The primary difference between polypropylene and polycarbonate is their strength. Polycarbonate has exceptional tensile and flexural strength, whil...
What are some uses for polycarbonate sheets?
Greenhouse panels and nurseries, barriers and fences, sunlight protection, impact and bullet resistant windows and panels, safety shields, protecti...
What are some features and benefits of polycarbonate?
Polycarbonate has a long list of benefits, making it ideal for a variety of purposes. Here are just a few of polycarbonate's amazing features like...
Why is my polycarbonate sheet yellow?
Polycarbonate sheets and panels will slowly change color and start to yellow if it is directly exposed to UV rays for a very long time. To prevent this, some polycarbonate sheets use a special coating that inhibits the transmission of UV light, providing additional protection to the polycarbonate sheet.
What is polycarbonate used for?
Polycarbonate is a lightweight and durable plastic with excellent UV resistant properties. Its high impact resistance properties and strength make it an ideal material for windows, greenhouses, and hockey rinks. Its superior electric properties also make it a good choice for electronics.
Does polycarbonate absorb moisture?
However, this isn't an issue for most roofing, greenhouse, and pergola applications. Over its entire lifespan, a polycarbonate sheet will typically absorb only 0.2% of its weight in moisture. Other engineering polymers that are hygroscopic include nylon, ABS, acrylic, PET and more.
Is polycarbonate good for electronics?
Its superior electric properties also make it a good choice for electronics. Light weight and durable, our clear polycarbonate sheets are a great alternative to glass and many other clear plastics when you need good transparency plus shatter resistance and high strength.
Is polycarbonate stronger than glass?
In fact, polycarbonate is 250 times stronger than glass and can undergo significant deformations without cracking or breaking. A sheet of polycarbonate can provide impact protection from storms, projectiles like golf balls, and can even be fashioned into bullet resistant glass.
Is pricing dependent on the thickness of polycarbonate sheets?
Pricing is highly dependent on the size, thickness and quantity of polycarbonate sheets ordered. Due to this, we encourage you to ask for a quote directly or review our individual products below. For an estimated value of specialty sizes, view our cut-to-size polycarbonate sheet page.
What is the tolerance for polycarbonate sheets?
Please contact us if you need greater precision. Polycarbonate sheets have a thickness tolerance of +/- 10%. Although tolerances can vary throughout, it is typically less than a 5% difference.
How to cut polycarbonate?
There are multiple ways to cut polycarbonate sheets using a fine-tooth blade including a circular saw, saber saw, or table saw. When using a circular saw or saber saw, clamp a straight-edge to the polycarbonate sheet to guide the saw and make sure you are steadily cutting the plastic.
Why does polycarbonate turn yellow?
Polycarbonate will slowly change color and start to yellow if it is directly exposed to UV rays for a very long time . To prevent this, some polycarbonate sheets use a special coating that inhibits the transmission of UV light, providing additional protection to the polycarbonate sheet.
Which is stronger, polycarbonate or acrylic?
While acrylic and polycarbonate plastics are both stronger and lighter than glass, polycarbonate has significantly stronger break-resistance than acrylic. Known for its superior durability and robustness, polycarbonate is a resilient thermoplastic material and has a higher impact resistance than acrylic.
Is polycarbonate bullet proof?
Although polycarbonate has excellent impact resistance, standard polycarbonate is not bullet resistant. However, specialized multi-layered polycarbonate sheets can provide bullet resistance, which can protect users from forced entry and a limited amount of gunfire.
Is polycarbonate glass more impact resistant than safety glass?
Polycarbonate is roughly 6 times lighter than standard glass and about 250 times more impact resistant than safety glass.
Can you cut polycarbonate with a table saw?
When using a table saw to cut polycarbonate move the sheets through the saw as you would a piece of plywood paneling. Alternatively, you can have our knowledgeable team conveniently cut your polycarbonate sheets to size to save time, wasted material, and reduce shipping costs.