CS Hyde Company supplies three types of high performance polycarbonate film; Clear Polycarbonate-type GG (gloss/gloss surface), Clear Hard Coated Polycarbonate- Type HC, and Translucent Hazy Polycarbonate- type VM (Velvet/Matte surface). Polycarbonate films have exceptional impact strength, weatherability and thermoformability. Our clear polycarbonate film is idea for optical clarity applications that also require high impact strength properties. Velvet/Matte polycarbonate is also available that is translucent in color and can be used for privacy applications while maintaining high impact strength. Common plastics associated with polycarbonate include Acrylic, Mylar®, Polyester, and PETG. In comparison, Polycarbonate has a higher impact strength than most acrylic and PETG, and better dimensional stability than Mylar® or Polyester (PET). Polycarbonate film is a great all-around high-performance material for various applications. Polycarbonate rolls or sheets available in .005”, .010", .015", and .020" thicknesses. Longer lengths, special widths.
If your application requires clear clarity and abrasion, scratch, and chemical resistance view: Polycarbonate (Hard-Coated)
Polycarbonate Adhesive Tape rolls and sheets are also available. Our in house lamination capabilities enable us to produce 3M™ pressure sensitive adhesive backed polycarbonate sheets and rolls. An ideal option for eliminating mechanical fastening.
Applications: Nameplates, Label Instrument, cluster panels, Graphic Overlays, Membrane Switches & Control Panels
38-GG Clear Polycarbonate Properties: (38-VM Velvet Matte Polycarbonate properties sheet can be found in downloads section)
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES:
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PROPERTY
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TYPICAL VALUE
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UNITS
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TEST METHOD
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Specific Gravity
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1.2
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ASTM D792
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Conversion Factor
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160
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ft²/lb-mil
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Water Absorption
(Immersion @ 73ºF 24 hrs.)
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0.33
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%
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ASTM D570
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First Surface Gloss- 60º angle, black inked second surface
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≥98
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Gloss unit
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ASTM D2457
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First Surface Roughness R3Z
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≥0.5
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Microns
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ISO 4288
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THERMAL PROPERTIES:
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PROPERTY
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TYPICAL VALUE
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UNITS
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TEST METHOD
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Heat Deflection Temp.
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|
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ISO 75
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1.62 Mpa
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270
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ºF
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|
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0.45 Mpa
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288
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ºF
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|
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Viscat Softening Temp.
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315
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ºF
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ISO 306
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OPTICAL PROPERTIES:
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PROPERTY
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TYPICAL VALUE
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UNITS
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TEST METHOD
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Haze
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0.3
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%
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ASTM D1003
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Light transmission
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91
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%
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ASTM D1003
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Yellowness index
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1
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ASTM E313
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MECHANICAL PROPERTIES:
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PROPERTY
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TYPICAL VALUE
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UNITS
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TEST METHOD
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Tensile Strength, Yield
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8,800
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Psi
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ASTM D882
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Tensile Strength, Break
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8,700
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Psi
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ASTM D882
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Elongation @ Break
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120
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%
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ASTM D882
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Tear Strength, Initiation
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1,100
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Lb/in
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ASTM D1004
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