Polycarbonate (PC) is an amorphous thermoplastic known for its exceptional impact resistance, optical clarity, and thermal stability. Its excellent strength-to-weight ratio makes it a popular alternative to glass in applications requiring transparency and durability.Polycarbonate (PC) is an amorphous thermoplastic known for its exceptional impact resistance, optical clarity, and thermal stability. Its excellent strength-to-weight ratio makes it a popular alternative to glass in applications requiring transparency and durability.
• Construction: Safety glazing, roofing, skylights, and window panels.
• Automotive industry: Headlamps, exterior/interior parts, and mirror covers.
• Electronics: Device housings, CDs, DVDs, and LED lenses.
• Medical equipment: Sterilizable containers, face shields, and medical tools.
• Household products: Blenders, bottles, baby products, and protective covers.
• Aerospace and safety gear: Visors, safety glasses, and protective shields.
• Outstanding impact resistance: One of the toughest plastic materials, ideal for safety glazing and protective equipment.
• High transparency: PC offers up to 90% light transmission, making it suitable for optical lenses, light diffusers, and transparent applications.
• Good thermal resistance: It maintains mechanical properties up to around 120 °C.
• Dimensional stability: With low thermal expansion and high stiffness, it holds shape under load.
• Self
• extinguishing: Naturally flame
• retardant and meets high fire safety standards.
• Scratch sensitivity: The surface is prone to scratching and often requires protective coatings.
• Low chemical resistance: PC is sensitive to certain solvents, oils, and detergents, which may cause stress cracking or degradation.
• High cost: Compared to other transparent plastics like PMMA or PETG, PC is more expensive.
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