Polycarbonate is an extremely versatile material combining high impact resistance with excellent thermal and dimensional stability. 100% recyclable and one of the most widely used engineering thermoplastics, Polycarbonate is both lightweight and virtually unbreakable making it the material of choice for many demanding applications.
Other characteristics of Polycarbonate include good weather and UV resistance and a wide service temperature range. Polycarbonate retains rigidity to up to 140°C and toughness down to -20°C while being thermally resistant to 135°C. Polycarbonate also boasts excellent optical clarity, transmitting 90% of light while being 200x stronger and half the weight of glass.
Polycarbonate is easy to machine and fabricate being well suited to thermoforming, CNC routing and cold forming. Typical applications include glazing, sky lights, automotive components, security components, machine guards, lighting and any use where safety and security are required.
Plastock stocks a wide range of engineering grade Polycarbonate rod, tube and sheet in a comprehensive selection of diameters and sizes. If you need a product that isn't listed on our website, no problem! We offer comprehensive Polycarbonate fabrication services to meet your needs. Our in-house technicians can help you create the perfect product for your application. If you have any bespoke requirements or require items to be assembled or manufactured, we have a team of experts who can offer design advice and support. Our services include:
