Altron™ PC

Chemical Family: Polycarbonate (PC)

Altron™ 1000 PC machine grade polycarbonate is a transparent, amorphous thermoplastic that offers exceptional impact strength and elasticity, minimal moisture absorption, and outstanding resistance to acidic solutions. This grade is produced from select batches of non-UV stabilized polycarbonate resin that complies with EU and FDA regulations for plastics intended to come into contact with food products.Features:Transparent, amorphous thermoplasticSuperior impact strengthSuperior flexural modulus of elasticityMinimal moisture absorptionOutstanding resistance to acidsGreat electrical characteristicsBenefits:Durable and able to withstand high impactsResistant to deformation under loadLow moisture absorption means no swelling or warpingResistant to acidic solutions, making it suitable for a variety of applicationsExcellent electrical characteristics, making it suitable for semiconductor and electronics applicationsApplications:Semiconductor and electronics applicationsTransparent structural applicationsFood contact applications that comply with EU and FDA regulations

Properties

Physical Form: Plates

Other characteristics

Brand: Altron
Density: 1,200.0 kg/m³
Features: Acid Resistant, Amorphous, Excellent Dielectric Properties, Good Electrical Properties, Good Impact Strength, High Impact Resistance, High Modulus of Elasticity, High Strength, High Tolerance, Low Moisture Absorption, UV Stabilized
Polymer Name: Polycarbonate (PC)
Tensile Modulus: 2,400.0 MPa
Color (Properties): Transparent
Markets: Building & Construction
Electrical & Electronics
Industrial
Appearance: Transparent
Flame Rating: UL 94 HB
Technology: Plastics
Product Families: Plastics — Parts, Shapes & Films
Overview: Excellent impact resistance, toughness and elongation properties elasticity.; Transparent; Good dielectric properties; Economical thermal performance
Engineering Notes: Altron™ 1000 PC polycarbonate is machine grade, not optically clear. It can be both mechanically and vapor polished to improve optical clarity.. Caution: During machining, never use coolants with an aromatic base.
Additives Included: UV Stabilizer
Color: Transparent
Composites End Use: Profiles

Technical data

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Characteristic	Value	Unit	Method
Tensile Strength	74	MPa	ISO 527-1/-2 (7)
Tensile Strain (Elongation) at Break	6	%	IsO 527-1/-2 (7)
Tensile Strain (Elongation) at Break	min. 50	%	ISO 527-1/-2 (7)
Tensile Modulus of Elasticity	2400	MPa	ISO 527-1/-2 (9)
Shear Strength	9200	MPa	ASTM D732
Compressive Stress (1 / 2 / 5 % Nominal Strain)	21/40/80	MPa	ISO 604 (10)
Charpy Impact Strength (Unnotched)	no break	kJ/m²	ISO 179-1/1eU
Charpy Impact Strength (Notched)	9	kJ/m²	ISO 179-1/1eA
Flexural Strength	103	MPa	ISO 178 (12)
Flexural Modulus of Elasticity	2175	MPa	ISO 178 (12)
Hardness (14)	75	Rockwell M	ISO 2039-2
Hardness (14)	79	Shore D	ISO 868

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Characteristic	Value	Unit	Method
Glass Transition Temperature (DMA, Tan Delta)	150	°C	DMA
Thermal Conductivity (23°C)	0.21	W/(K.m)	—
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (23 - 60°C)	65	µm/(m.K)	—
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (23 - 100°C)	65	µm/(m.K)	—
Heat Deflection Temperature (Method A: 1.8 MPa (264 PSI))	130	°C	ISO 75-1/-2
Continuous Allowable Service Temperature in Air (20.000 hrs) (3)	120	°C	—
Minimum Service Temperature (4)	-50	°C	—
Flammability (3 mm) (5)	HB	—	UL 94
Flammability (Oxygen Index)	25	%	ISO 4589-1/-2

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Characteristic	Value	Unit	Method
Electric Strength	28	kV/mm	IEC 60243-1 (15)
Volume Resistivity	100000000000000	Ohm.cm	IEC 62631-3-1
Surface Resistivity	10000000000000	Ohm/sq.	ANSI/ESD STM 11.11
Dielectric Constant (1 MHz)	3	—	IEC 62631-2-1
Dissipation Factor (1 MHz)	0.008	—	IEC 62631-2-1

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