The rate of degradation depends on the uv stability of the polymer and the use of uv stabilizers top layers and or coatings to protect the material.
Durable uv sun light save plastic sheet.
Luckily there are a number of plastic materials available on the market that are uv resistant.
From anti static acrylic to fire rated polycarbonate a c plastics has the best specialty sheets in the industry.
Lower latitudes high temperature and humidity can accelerate the weathering process.
However as previously mentioned it is even more impact resistant than acrylic.
Along with our highly durable acrylic sheets we also provide a wide range of specialty sheets.
Greenhouse plastic film sheet for greenhouse.
South africa does not have the technology to make it yet.
Not only can this acrylic sheeting block harmful rays but it is also more impact resistant than glass and can withstand.
Not pe common sheets hdpe is over 10 times stronger than polyethylene films.
Like acrylic polycarbonate plastic is also uv resistant as well as heat resistant.
This plastic is also commonly used as a replacement for glass.
Even direct sunlight isn t exactly favorable to all plastics since a lot of them can turn brittle with constant uv exposure.
Imported a gricultural transparent hdpe high density polyethylene film uv resistant.
This special acrylic sheet can prevent sun damage and is also ideal for protecting outside signs that may be directly exposed to the sun.
For outdoor applications uv radiation is one of the primary causes of plastic degradation in outdoor equipment.
If you would like to learn more about our most popular specialty sheets check out our best plastic for sensitive environments.
Excellent toughness and stiffness.
A single tear on your greenhouse plastic can drastically reduce its effectivity so investing in a high quality plastic sheet made with the appropriate material will save you from a lot of future headaches.
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Our uv filtering acrylic is able to block out harmful uv rays.
When choosing the best plastic for your needs it is important to consider environmental factors that could potentially limit the life of your plastic product or part.
1 8 inch acrylic sheet clear cast 3mm plexiglass sheet 24x36 transparent acrylic glass 24x24 photo frame replacement pabel 5x7 clear acrylic plexi glass sheet by dycacrlic 44 99 44.
Mca plastic string reinforced poly sheeting 10 feet x 100 feet 6 mil nominal translucent durable top quality visqueen 4 6 out of 5 stars 67 81 87 81.
Because of its ability to be made in grades that are see through this plastic is commonly used as a less brittle glass alternative.