Main properties and limits of use
Polycarbonates - Economic aspects

The main properties are as follows:

• exceptional hardness and impact resistance ;

• transparency ;

• high-temperature resistance, continuous duty up to 140°C ;

• can be used from -100 °C to + 135 °C ;

• good dimensional stability and creep resistance ;

• good dielectric properties ;

• halogen-free fire resistance ;

• non-toxic, for outdoor applications in contact with living organisms ;

• ease of use.

The limits of use are as follows:

• poor resistance to certain chemicals, hydrocarbons, solvents, alkalis and...