It is a thermoplastic material which, thanks to its unique properties, used in many industries. We will meet with him in the construction, automotive, electronics and electrical industry, but also in health care. Polycarbonate is versatile due to the impact resistance, thermal stability, but especially stands out for its clarity, so you can perfectly replace the glass.
April 11, 2017
It is a thermoplastic material which, thanks to its unique properties, used in many industries. We will meet with him in the construction, automotive, electronics and electrical industry, but also in health care. Polycarbonate is versatile due to the impact resistance, thermal stability, but especially stands out for its clarity, so you can perfectly replace the glass.
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History polycarbonates
The emergence of polycarbonate dates back to 1953, when the brand was founded polycarbonate Lexan and Makrolon polycarbonate later. Polycarbonate called abbreviated PC.
Properties of polycarbonates
Polycarbonate is a high light transmission. They excel in impact resistance even at very low temperatures. They have excellent electrical properties, high mechanical strength, especially tensile strength and high resistance to UV radiation.
However, they have reduced resistance to high temperature and prolonged exposure to solvents. Given that it is a plastic material can degrade scratches or abrasions. Scratches can not be removed and then attempt to polish the PC material leads to dulling the surface and removing the UV layer.
Polycarbonate processing
PC material can be processed by injection molding, blow molding, extrusion or thermoforming. Polycarbonates are in the form of granules, they are heated above the melting point, and then subsequently processed by the above mentioned technological procedures. It is most often used injection technology, thereby producing various technical parts. Extrusion techniques to produce various rods, profiles, tubes and the film is made by casting from solution.
Not use polycarbonate construction
PC materials are ideal for the production of
entrance roofs and large roofs to parking for cars, a
swimming pool enclosures, spas,
pergolas or gazebos.
Polycarbonate is also suitable for use in humid conditions, it is possible to construct it for example, dividing walls or screens the showers in the changing rooms and the like.
Use in horticulture
Polycarbonate is an excellent heat-insulating and light transmissive properties and is therefore very suitable material for the construction of greenhouses, steamers, winter gardens and other garden constructions.
