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Characteristics of PC
- Poor
- Excellent
- Clarity
- Moisture Barrier
- Oxygen Barrier
- Acid Resistance
- Grease & Oil Resistance
- Max Utilization Temperature
- Min Utilization Temperature
- Stiffness
- Impact Resistance
- Heat Resistance
- Cold Resistance
- Sunlight Resistance
- Specific Gravity
- Tensile Strength
- Melting Point
- Transparent
- Good
- Fair
- Fair
- Fair to Good
- 250° F
- -40° F
- Rigid
- Excellent
- Good
- Good
- Fair
- 1.2
- 10,000 psi
- 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:
- Poor
- Excellent
- Acids – Dilute
- Acids – Concentrated
- Alcohols
- Aldehydes
- Bases
- Esters
- Hydrocarbons, Aliphatic
- Hydrocarbons, Aromatics
- Hydrocarbons, Halogenated
- Ketones
- Oils, Minerals
- Oil, Vegetable
- Poor
- Good
- Good
- Low
- Poor
- Poor
- Poor
- Poor
- Poor
- Poor
- Excellent
- 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.
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.
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.
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Other Plastic Container Material
- PET Plastic Containers
- HDPE Plastic Labware
- PVC Plastic Containers
- LDPE Plastic Containers
- PP Plastic Containers
- PS Plastic Containers
- PETG Plastic Containers
- PTFE Plastic Containers
- Vinyl Plastic Containers
- PMP Plastic Containers
- PFA Plastic Containers
- Acrylic Plastic Labware
- ABS Plastic Labware
- Rubber Plastic Labware
- PU Plastic Labware
- Epoxy Plastic Labware
- Nylon Plastic Labware
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Tuesday 18 June, 2013