Polycarbonate Plastic – PC
Polycarbonate is an engineering plastic known for its strength and versatility, widely used in various industries thanks to its remarkable properties. This thermoplastic material, often abbreviated as PC, is made from polycarbonate, a polymer consisting of bisphenol A carbonate and diphenyl carbonate.
One of the most remarkable characteristics of polycarbonate is its impact resistance. Compared to other plastics, it can withstand significant impacts without breaking, making it an ideal choice for applications requiring high durability. This is why it is often used in the manufacture of safety helmets, protective eyewear, and protective panels.
Chemical Composition
Polycarbonate
Standards
- Polycarbonate
- PC
Product forms
Technical Specifications
- Density : 1,2
- Water Absorption 23° at 50% RH : 0,2
- Rockwell Hardness : D78
- Impact Strength Kj/m² : 18
- Elongation at Break : 80
- Modulus of Elasticity : 2160
- Melting Point °C : 228
- Coef. thermal expansion : 6,5
- Conduct ib. Thermal : 0,21
- Dielectric Strength : 35
- Dielectric Constant : 3
Areas of application
- Protection for machine tools, electrical and acoustic insulation, signs, glazing.
Properties
- Transparent, virtually unbreakable, absorbs noise and vibrations, creep resistant.