Polycarbonate Info

Recycling Code 7, OtherCharacteristics of PC - Polycarbonate Plastic

Clarity

Transparent

Moisture Barrier

Good

Oxygen Barrier

Fair

Acid Resistance

Fair

Grease & Oil Resistance

Fair - Good

Maximum Utilization Temperature

250°F

Minimum Utilization Temperature

-40°F

Stiffness

Rigid

Impact Resistant

Excellent

Heat Resistance

Good

Cold Resistance

Good

Sunlight Resistance

Fair

Specific Gravity

1.2

Tensile Strength

10,000 psi

Melting Point

310°F


Other Characteristics of PC:
PC (Polycarbonate) is a linear polycarbonic acid ester prepared from a dihydric phenol. PC has excellent optical clarity and high impact resistance. It can be used over a wide range of temperatures. It is dimensionally stable and tough. It can be used for a number of applications ranging from laboratory supply to industrial and even household.

Chemical Resistance:
Acids – Dilute Poor
Acids – Concentrated Good
Alcohols Good
Aldehydes Low
Bases Poor
Esters Poor
Hydrocarbons, Aliphatic Poor
Hydrocarbons, Aromatics Poor
Hydrocarbons, Halogenated Poor
Ketones Poor
Oils, Minerals Excellent
Oil, Vegetable Good



PC for Laboratories:
PC is good choice for laboratories because of its optical clarity, good impact resistance and higher working temperatures. It can be autoclaved, however after repeated autoclaving there may be a loss of mechanical strength. If this occurs, the PC item should no longer be used for vacuum applications.

Recycling:
PC does not have it's own recycling code symbol. However, PC can be recycled into many other products. Recycled PC can be used for decorative blocks and windows, as will as road marking posts. For more information regarding PC recycling see the Plastic Container Recycling Page.

PC's Role in History:
PC was first discovered in the 1950s. It was initially used for electrical and electronic applications. In the 1980s when audio CDs were first developed, PC was used and still is today.Starting in the late 1980s, automobile headlights lenses became made of PC and now most cars have PC headlight lenses.

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