Pros
- I built a tank useing it
Cons
- More expensive than alternative materials such as glass or acrylic
24" X 48" Polycarbonate Plastic Sheet 1/8" Thick | Shatter Resistant, Easier To Cut & Bend Than Plexiglass | For Robotics Teams, Hobbyists, DIYers, Industrial Crafts Review
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4.6
🛍️ Plastics, 🌾 Raw Materials
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Details
| Material | PC, Glass, Plastic, Acryllic, Polycarbonate, Polycarb |
|---|---|
| Brand | Robosource |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 24 x 48 x 0.12 inches |
| Color | Transparent |
| Shape | Rectangular |
Description of 24" X 48" Polycarbonate Plastic Sheet 1/8" Thick | Shatter Resistant, Easier To Cut & Bend Than Plexiglass | For Robotics Teams, Hobbyists, DIYers, Industrial Crafts
Polycarbonate / Polycarb (also known as Lexan or Makrolon) is the superior choice over Plexiglas (Acrylic PMMA) for use around the home, workshop, car, and in the VEX Robotics Competition. Extremely easily workable without cracking or chipping. Exclusive EasyRuler Protective Film makes work even easier, then just peel it off to expose a pristine, smooth, clear surface. Shatter resistant, easy to cut, drill, bend, and thermoform. Use simple tools like snips or hacksaws to cut and standard drill bits without cracking or fracturing. Simple to bend with a heat gun, may also be cold-bendable. Thermoformable, often used for vacuum molding. Polycarbonate is sold under a number of brands including Lexan by SABIC, Perspex, Makrolon, Tuffak, Spartech, Palram, Gallina. This sheet is made from high quality, 100% virgin SABIC brand polycarbonate. Exact size sheet is precisely 24x48", unlike other nominal sheets that can be up to 1/4" smaller than specified. Includes a single accurately square & straight cut sheet of 1/8" (0.118", approx 3mm/3.2mm) thick Polycarbonate. 2 foot by 4 feet, 1/8 inch (0.118 inches, approx. 0.125 inch) thick. Polycarbonate clear plastic sheets are easier to work with than Plexiglass acrylic sheets as they do not crack, fracture, or shatter from cutting, drilling, or impact. Safer and more practical than glass panes.
Pros
- Easy to work with and made to fish tank tops. Happy!
Cons
- May require specialized cutting tools to achieve desired shape or size
Pros
- Shatter resistant, easy to cut, drill, bend, and thermoform. Use simple tools like snips or hacksaws to cut and standard drill bits without cracking or fracturing. Simple to bend with a heat gun, may also be cold-bendable. Thermoformable, often used for vacuum molding.
Cons
- Can deform under sustained heavy loads or pressure, affecting durability
Pros
- Raw Materials
Cons
- Prone to cracking under impact or extreme pressure
Pros
- Sheets
Cons
- Can become brittle over time, requiring replacement
Pros
- Polycarbonate clear plastic sheets are easier to work with than Plexiglass acrylic sheets as they do not crack, fracture, or shatter from cutting, drilling, or impact. Safer and more practical than glass panes.
Cons
- Not suitable for outdoor use in harsh weather conditions
