Polycarbonate: Impact Resistant and Transparent – Your Machined Window to Strength
Polycarbonate is a high-performance engineering plastic that uniquely combines optical clarity with extreme toughness. This rare mix makes it invaluable for industries demanding both visibility and protection, such as in machine guards, lenses, and enclosures.
Key Benefits of Polycarbonate
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Impact Strength: Polycarbonate is 200 times stronger than glass, offering unparalleled durability.
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Optical Clarity: With approximately 88% light transmission, polycarbonate provides excellent safety and visibility.
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Temperature Resistance: Capable of withstanding temperatures up to 135 °C (275 °F), it maintains structural integrity in a variety of thermal environments.
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Dimensional Stability: It holds its shape under load and heat, ensuring reliability.
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Flame–Retardant Grades Available: Ideal for use in electronics and aerospace applications.
Common Use Cases for Machined Polycarbonate
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Machine Guards & Safety Shields: Ensure protection while maintaining visibility.
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Protective Enclosures or Housings: Strong and clear for high-security applications.
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Light Covers and Lenses: Offer clarity and strength in lighting solutions.
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Medical or Lab Equipment Covers: Ensures safety and sterility with clear views.
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Structural Window Panels: Provides strength and transparency for architectural applications.
Explore our Fabrication & Assembly services for projects requiring integrated assembly of enclosures or panels.
Machining Polycarbonate: Techniques & Tips
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Cutting & Routing: Polycarbonate machines cleanly but requires careful handling to avoid stress cracking.
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Tooling: Use sharp carbide tools and avoid excessive heat buildup.
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Clamping & Workholding: Provide even support to prevent flex during machining.
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Finishing: Enhance optical surfaces through buffing, sanding, or vapor polishing.
We use fine-tuned feeds and speeds to avoid melting or edge whitening during routing, ensuring every part leaves crystal-clear.
Learn more about our CNC Routing and CNC Machining capabilities.
Why Choose TK Fabrications for Polycarbonate Projects?
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Deep Material Experience: Extensive expertise with transparent plastics.
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CNC Routing: Ideal for large sheets and enclosure components.
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In-House Fabrication and Assembly: Ready-to-install parts with fast turnarounds and precise tolerances.
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At TK Fabrications, we’re dedicated to providing comprehensive solutions to meet all your fabrication needs. Alongside our expertise in Polycarbonate machining and fabrication, we offer a range of services tailored to various industries and applications. Explore our diverse capabilities below: