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Opal Polycarbonate Disc

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Benefiting from high impact strength, excellent light transmission and fire resistance, polycarbonate sheet is available in opal for when a white colour finish is required.
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Bespoke Fabrication

We have the machinery and expertise to manufacture bespoke items in acrylic, polycarbonate and many other plastics, from one-offs to large production runs. Read more about the various services we offer, or complete the form below to request a quote.

CNC Routing

Our advanced Multicam Apex 3R (3 Axis) CNC routers allow us to provide an extensive range of precision CNC routing services. Read more

CNC Laser Cutting

Laser cutting is a fabrication process that uses a thin, intensely focused stream of light to cut through a range of different materials, including plastics and acrylics.  Read more

Diamond & Flame polishing

Edge polishing is a fabrication process that polishes the edges of acrylic panels, removes any cutting marks, and achieves a smooth, glossy finish.  Read more

Rotary & Laser Engraving

Laser engraving is a fabrication process that uses a laser beam to physically remove the surface of a material to create an indentation that is noticeable to both the eye and touch.  Read more

Line Bending

Line bending is a process that’s used to make precise folds in plastic and acrylic components. Our line bending fabrication service allows us to bend plastic and acrylic sheets along a defined ‘line’ – without any need for gluing or joining.  Read more

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Polycarbonate plastic sheet is an extremely versatile and strong material with a high resistance to impact. It's usually chosen over other forms of plastic sheeting because of its strength and resistance to impact.

Although easy to fabricate, unlike cast and extruded acrylic sheet material, the edges of polycarbonate cannot be polished.

Key features

  • Impact resistance
  • High strength
  • High light transmission
  • Hard wearing
  • Weather resistant
  • Lightweight
  • Resistant to high temperatures (UK class 1 fire rating)
  • Noise reduction/sound insulation
  • Easy to cut and machine
  • Recyclable

Typical applications:

  • Glazing
  • Sky lights
  • Construction
  • Automotive and aircraft components
  • Security components
  • Signage
  • Vending machines
  • Street furniture
  • Machine guards
  • Lighting
  • Roof domes

Detailed description:

Impact resistance

Polycarbonate sheet has over 200 times the strength of glass while being half the weight. It's virtually unbreakable. The strength and impact resistance of the material makes it suitable for applications where safety and security is required.

Fire resistance

With an excellent UK class 1 fire rating, polycarbonate is often used in public buildings.

Weather resistant

With excellent resistance to the elements, polycarbonate sheet performs well outside. No significant changes in appearance are expected over 10 years.

Recyclable

Polycarbonate sheet is fully recyclable. The material is sorted, shredded and washed before being turned into a granulate ready for manufacturing.  

Brand

Palsun

Minimum disc diameter

100mm

Maximum disc diameter

2040mm

Light Transmission

3mm - 28%

5mm - 14%

Relative density

1.2 g/cm³

Manufacturers thickness tolerance

+/- 5 % (e.g. 5mm polycarbonate sheet could vary from 4.75mm to 5.25mm)

Cutting tolerance

+/- 1mm

Material protection

Protective film on both sides

Fire rating

UK Class 1

Service temperature

-50 to +100°c

Vicat softening temperature

150°c

Water absorption

0.15%

Recyclable

Yes

Recycled content

30%

We offer fast, tracked air delivery across North America, using recognised couriers including DHL.

Not shipping to North America? Visit our UK store or Europe store for delivery to your region.

Where we deliver

We currently deliver to the United States and Canada.

How delivery is priced

Delivery is priced by the size and weight of your panel, based on the band your order falls into:

Panel size (up to) Weight (up to) Delivery
500mm × 500mm 10kg $59
750mm × 750mm 15kg $79
1000mm × 1000mm 25kg $109

Orders that exceed the weight allowance for their band are charged $2.50 per additional kg.

Delivery times

Delivery is by air and takes 5–7 working days.

Customs, import taxes and duties

Our checkout meets US and Canadian customs and import requirements in full, so there are no surprises once your order ships. All orders are sent Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) — we collect and pay all import taxes and duties on your behalf, so your order arrives at your door with nothing more to pay.

Can I collect my order from Simply Plastics?

Yes, of course. Orders can be collected from our premises in Colchester, Essex. At the final stage of the checkout process there is a delivery option labelled "Collection/pickup" which is free. Once your order is complete, you will be notified by email along with our address and collection times.

I need my order urgently, can I pay for faster shipping?

Yes. We offer an express delivery service which aims to deliver all orders in 1-3 working days. Orders are delivered by a recognised courier company and may require a signature on delivery.

Do you have a minimum order charge or small order fee?

This is a question we are asked fairly regularly due to the previlance of either a minimum order charge or small order fee within the industry.

At Simply Plastics our approach has always been to treat all orders equally, small or large. We want all customers, new and existing, to be able to place orders with us confident that they are only paying for the products and materials that they require. We therefore do not have a minimum order charge or small order fee. 

How should I clean polycarbonate sheet?

Polycarbonate sheet should not be cleaned using chemical cleaners because they can cause damage to the material. We recommend cleaning polycarbonate sheet with warm soapy water and a soft cloth. There are various plastic cleaners and polishers available which we can provide that keep polycarbonate looking brand new.

Is it possible to cut polycarbonate sheet myself?

Polycarbonate sheet can be cut using a circular saw, a jigsaw or any type of saw with a fine-tooth blade. We recommend laying the polycarbonate sheet flat on a firm surface, such as a workbench, and clamping it down before cutting. If you are using clamps to hold the material down, we suggest placing wood between the clamps and polycarbonate sheet to prevent any damage to the surface of the polycarbonate. Manufacturer safety precautions should always be followed when using any type of saw. See our ultimate guide to polycarbonate for more information on polycarbonate and it's uses.

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The polycarbonate discs ordered were perfect for what we needed. Excellent product and price.

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