Clear Polycarbonate
Polycarbonate is often used as a lightweight, impact-resistant alternative to acrylic sheets because it is 25 times stronger than acrylic and almost impossible to break. Large backlit sign faces are typically fabricated from 3/16" thick white polycarbonate.
Trade Names:
- Lexan®
- Palsun®
- Makrolon®
Common Uses:
- Race car windows
- Window well covers
- Machine guarding glass
- Screen porch enclosures
- Use where you need a clear panel that is almost impossible to break.
- Laminated layers of polycarbonate can be engineered to stop various size bullets.