What is Lexan made of?

Lexan is a polycarbonate resin thermoplastic. In a nutshell, what that means is that it’s a solid substance that can deform in extreme heat (typically 147 degrees Celsius, or 297 degrees Fahrenheit) and whose molecules are comprised of repeating subunits.

What are the properties of Lexan?

Lexan Polycarbonate Material Properties

What type of polymer is Lexan?

polycarbonate
LEXAN is a brand of polycarbonate, thermoplastic polymers, currently produced by SABIC. It was first produced in 1960 after General Electric created a branched polycarbonate nearly 50 years after polycarbonates were first discovered in 1898 by German scientist, Alfred Einhorn.

What kind of material is Lexan used for?

Summer L. Rose, Rod Kujala, in Safety Design for Space Systems, 2009 Lexan® is a common polycarbonate material chosen for containment in the zero-g environment. It is a tough material with excellent optics, and it provides a very good solution for the majority of experiments.

What are the physical properties of Lexan 9034 sheet?

High-impact Lexan™ ® 9034 sheet may be an excellent candidate for primary glazing for economical protection against breakage or intrusion. A better insulator than glass, Lexan™ ® 9034 sheet may contribute to lower energy costs. ¿ These are typical properties and are not intended for specification purposes.

What kind of resin is Lexan 102l-11204 made of?

LEXAN 102L-11204 is high viscosity linear polycarbonate resin granulate, which can be used as a base material for production of transparent and opaque products. LEXAN 102L-11204 is high viscosity linear polycarbonate resin granulate, which can be used as a base material for production of transparent and opaque products.

Where can I buy a Lexan polycarbonate sheet?

The selection of polycarbonate sheets available at A&C Plastics (sold under the brand name Makrolon) are evidence enough of that.