Poly Carbonate

Poly Carbonate

Polycarbonate is a high-performance tough, amorphous and transparent thermoplastic polymer with organic functional groups linked together by carbonate groups (–O–(C=O)–O–) and offers a unique combination of properties. PC is popularly used as an engineering plastic owing to its unique features .

Features

Toughness, HIgh Impact, Strength, Transmittance, Lightweight, Protection from, UV Rays, Optical Nature, Chemical Resistance, Heat Resistance

Applications

  • Electrical Switchgears
  • CD/DVD's
  • Safety Goggles
  • Water Bottles
  • Automotive parts
  • Light Housing
  • Refrigerators
  • Washing Machines
  • Air Conditioners

Advantages

  • Highly transparent.
  • High toughness
  • High mechanical retention
  • Good electrical insulation
  • Good abrasion resistance

Disadvantages

  • Low fatigue endurance
  • Mechanical properties degrade after prolonged exposure to water
  • Attacked by hydrocarbons and bases
  • Proper drying before processing is needed
  • Yellows after long exposure to UV