Polycarbonate: 250 times stronger than glass

Polycarbonate (PC), often known by trade names such as Lexan or Makrolon, is an extremely strong, transparent thermoplastic. It is often referred to as the ‘unbreakable glass substitute’ and is particularly popular in applications where safety and impact resistance are crucial.

De Beer Plastics processes PC for a range of applications, including specialised optical components for LED lighting in demanding environments, such as in horticulture, where high temperatures and low degradation under blue light are required.

Opticians in PC

We manufacture high-precision optics for applications involving high-power LEDs that generate significant heat. These include horticulture – where yellowing caused by blue light is also a concern – as well as, for example, powerful high-bay LED floodlights.

In other situations, PC is specifically chosen for the material’s resistance to vandalism or impact. De Beer Plastics also injection moulds transparent components for robust lamps intended for heavy-duty applications in industry or offshore.

Applications of polycarbonate in injection moulding

• Displays for electronics

• Covers for measuring equipment

• Lighting: optics for horticulture, protective covers for offshore applications, optics for high-power LEDs, light guides

• Medical enclosures

• Soap holders for shower rails