Polycarbonate

Polycarbonate Odesa

Polycarbonate is widely used in construction and beyond. Today it has become a worthy replacement for glass. Our online store will help you choose and buy high-quality polycarbonate in Odessa.

About the material:
Polycarbonate is a polymeric, structural, thermoplastic material that has a high level of thermal, electrical, optical, and mechanical properties.
Polycarbonate sheets, profiles, films and vessels are produced by the extrusion (pressing) method. The price of this material varies depending on the sheet thickness, color, quality and manufacturer. The price of Chinese and Russian-made polycarbonate is much lower. Israeli, on the other hand, is one of the most expensive and high-quality.

Polycarbonate has a number of advantages over its counterparts:

1. Durability Due to its structure, it is able to withstand weight load and atmospheric phenomena (rain, hail, snow). Some types of such a roof create additional strength thanks to numerous ribs that create cells on the surface of the sheet.
2. Easy to clean. For washing, it is enough to use ordinary water and a cotton cloth. To remove heavy soiling, you can use ordinary dishwashing detergent or special cleaning agents that do not contain ammonia.
3. Safe Unlike glass, upon impact, it will not shatter into small and sharp fragments.
4. flexible At a low temperature, sheets of this material can be used to make arched coverings, vaulted and other spherical geometric structures (a visor at the entrance to a house, a canopy over a cafe or shopping area, a greenhouse, a gazebo, etc.).
5. Fire resistant. Manufacturers claim that the range of temperatures that polycarbonate can withstand without any consequences and modified is -40°C to +120°C.
6. Easy to install and does not cause difficulties during installation;
7. It weighs several times less than glass, so when using polycarbonate it is possible to design and build lighter and cheaper structures.

If we consider polycarbonate in general as a material, we can highlight several more useful properties:
The durability of the material is one of the main advantages. The upper layer of the polycarbonate sheet absorbs ultraviolet light, so the surface does not turn yellow. Also, this type of plastic is resistant to the effects of various chemicals.
It is worth noting its anti-shock properties. The material is resistant to hail, intentional damage and careless handling.
Light transparency of the material. It is important when building structures that require high light scattering. Polycarbonate sheets, depending on their thickness, transmit up to 85% of the light. In turn, plastic allows to reduce the transmission of light and overheating of the air in the building. Polycarbonate also has a cellular structure. This makes it possible to thermally insulate the room. Also, it provides the necessary heat preservation, while the heat loss is higher in other glazing materials.
Polycarbonate is ideal for building greenhouses and winter gardens.

Varieties of polycarbonate:

There are two types of polycarbonate, each of which has its own characteristics, which depend on the scope of application.

- Cellular polycarbonate

It is a sheet consisting of several layers connected by vertical stiffeners. Voids between layers create noise and heat insulation. Flexible and carbon material resembles a honeycomb. This type of plastic bends well and allows you to cover arched structures. The structure of cellular polycarbonate allows light to pass through better, but due to the multi-layered nature of the material, the light beam is scattered. The main feature is the void between the layers. Honeycombs inside the sheet seal and heat the air. Due to this, the heat insulation function is performed. The price of cellular polycarbonate is lower than monolithic. It is especially often used in economic activities for the construction of greenhouses, greenhouses, and winter gardens.

- Monolithic polycarbonate

It differs from cellular in its structure. It is a solid sheet and is therefore more durable and heavy. With the help of the method of hot forming, it is possible to make sheets of various geometric shapes. It is easily transported and has high impact resistance. It has a variety of colors and does not fade. Due to its lightness, it does not cause difficulties during installation.

Caring for polycarbonate:

Despite all its merits, this material has its own peculiarities in installation, processing and care. Cutting is done quite simply, with the help of a circular or manual saw. The main thing is to hold it so that the angle of inclination of the teeth does not exceed 30°. It is advisable to use saws with a built-in vacuum cleaner to get rid of shavings instantly. A protective film with marking is glued on the outside of the sheet. It protects the leaf from ultraviolet radiation. But when installing or changing the shape of the sheet by the method of hot forming, the film should be removed. The service life of polycarbonate is about 10 years, and in order to extend it, it is necessary to carry out periodic maintenance. For drainage and ventilation, an end up-profile is used. This is a plastic or metal profile that closes the ends of the polycarbonate. It prevents freezing and moisture accumulation in the channels. It is also worth making sure that a large amount of snow does not accumulate on the surface. For cleaning the roof
warm water and a soft brush should be used. White spirit or dishwashing liquid can be used as detergents. Ammonia should not be included in the composition of the product you have chosen. It is not recommended to use knives or other sharp objects in case of severe pollution.

Application of polycarbonates by thickness:

1. summer shower cabins in the country - 4 mm;
2. visors over the porch, canopies in the yard - 6 mm;
3. material for the walls of a country gazebo, a transparent roof for a gazebo, street decorative elements - 6 mm;
4. glazing of the summer kitchen, fencing of the barbeque zone from the wind, canopies for barbecues and barbecues - 6 mm;
5. any country buildings, utility rooms, woodsheds, dog houses - 8 mm;
6. fencing of the territory of the camp keeping of domestic animals: stable, corral, livestock or poultry yard - 8 mm;
7. wall insulation for beehives and pigeon houses - 8 mm;
8. extensions to the house, cabins, workshops, various household structures - 8 mm, 10 mm;
9. country greenhouses, closed garden pavilions, stationary greenhouses, winter greenhouses - 10 mm;
10. translucent fences, partitions in a country house, in baths and pools - 10 mm;
11. vertical glazing of small production and warehouse premises, sheds, garages - 10 mm, 12 mm;
12. closed verandas and terraces - 14 mm, 16 mm.

Bending radius of cellular polycarbonate sheets during transportation*:

1. thickness 4 mm – minimum bending radius=375 mm, (inner diameter of the roll >=0.75 m);
2. thickness 6 mm – minimum bending radius=550 mm, (inner diameter of the roll >=1.1 m);
3. thickness 8 mm – minimum bending radius=750 mm, (inner diameter of the roll >=1.5 m);
4. thickness 10 mm – minimum bending radius=950 mm, (inner diameter of the roll >=1.9 m);
5. thickness 12 mm - it is forbidden to roll it;
6. thickness 14 mm - it is forbidden to roll it;
7. thickness 16 mm - it is forbidden to roll it.

Bending radius of cellular polycarbonate sheets during installation:

1. thickness 4 mm – permissible bending radius >=650 mm;
2. thickness 6 mm – permissible bending radius >=950 mm;
3. thickness 8 mm – permissible bending radius >=1300 mm;
4. thickness 10 mm – permissible bending radius >=1650 mm;
5. thickness 12 mm – permissible bending radius >=2100 mm;
6. thickness 14 mm – permissible bending radius >=2400 mm;
7. thickness 16 mm – permissible bending radius >=2700 mm.

Buying cellular or monolithic polycarbonate in Odessa will not be a problem for you, as it is a fairly popular and sought-after building material. The price of cellular polycarbonate is affordable, so you will not incur large financial losses.