All That You May Want To Know About Polycarbonate Sheet - Tuflite Polymers

Polycarbonate roofing sheets have gained immense popularity among architects and interior designers today for building a variety of constructions, may it be residential or commercial. Polycarbonate is one of the most versatile materials in the plastics segment that is used not only in the construction industry, but in a wide range of other applications like optical wear, medical devices, security systems, automobiles, and more. What has made this material so unique, let us see in this blog.

What is polycarbonate?

Polycarbonate is a group of thermoplastic polymers containing carbonate groups in their chemical structures, which makes the material easy to mould and thermoform. In fact, polycarbonate received its name because of the multiple carbonate groups that they contain.

Where are polycarbonates used?

The most common applications of polycarbonates include –

·        Construction industry – Skylights, skywalks, pergolas, windows, swimming pool enclosures, railway stations, stadiums, carports, patios

·        Optical industry – Eye wear, swimming goggles, safety eyewear

·        Security industry – Riot shields, bulletproof windows, police helmets

·        Data storage industry – CDs, DVDs, Blu-Ray discs

·        Automobile industry – Bezels, optical reflectors, headlamp lenses, cockpits

·        Electronic industry – LCD screens, plasma screens, mobile phone screens

·        Others – Medical devices, sign boards, food processing components

These are only some of the most common applications where polycarbonates are used. Today, polycarbonate has gotten involved in a variety of industries and applications, almost everywhere where it can replace glass and other plastics.

What has made polycarbonate so popular?

Polycarbonate has a variety of unique characteristics blended together, which has made it so popular to be used in almost all industry segments. Some of the unmatchable characteristics include –

Strong yet flexible – Polycarbonate is a strong and durable material yet very flexible. It has an impact resistance that is 200 times that of glass, meaning that it is virtually unbreakable and can withstand all kinds of climates, environmental conditions, and impacts. However, this strength and durability do not have it compromising on the flexibility of the material. Even though it is strong, it is flexible enough to form a variety of shapes, even domes and circular roofs, which is not possible in other alternatives like glass.

Resistance – Polycarbonate is not only impact resistant. It is resistant to a variety of other components like chemicals, moisture, fire, and scratches. Polycarbonate remains unaffected when comes in contact with chemicals and moisture. It is also the best material to be used in areas that are prone to fire as it never catches fire.

Insulation – Polycarbonate has great insulation properties. It insulates better than glass, thus lowering energy costs. Especially, when multiwall polycarbonates are used, the insulation level is very high because of the multiple layers of polycarbonates stacked together. This is why multiwall polycarbonateroofing sheets are the most ideal choice for conservatories and greenhouses.

Aesthetic appeal – Polycarbonate is available as transparent as glass, which is why it has replaced almost all applications where glass is used. However, it has an added advantage to glass. Unlike glass, polycarbonate is available in a variety of colors, which can be chosen to either match or contradict the other visual elements of a construction with which polycarbonate is used. Also, polycarbonate is available in a variety of textures and finishes, which not only adds to the visual appeal, but also makes it a great option to be used in applications where semi-transparency is required.

After reading all of this, if you have also decided to use polycarbonate for your application, get in touch with Tuflite Polymers to get the finest quality polycarbonate roofingsheets, which are available in a variety of colors, sizes, textures, and types for you to choose from.