Glossary » Materials » Polymers » Polycarbonate » Polycarbonate / Polyester Blends, Impact Modified

Polycarbonate / Polyester Blends, Impact Modified PC is a subcategory of Polycarbonate. The additative is added during the manufacturing process. Its flexural modulus ranges from 280 to 325 MPa. Its tensile strength ranges from 7600 to 8500 MPa at break. Its flexural strength ranges from 10900 to 12500 MPa. Its Izod Impact strength ranges from 2 to 18 J/cm. Its elongation at break ranges from 120 to 165 %. Its hardness ranges from 114 to 122 Rockwell R. Its specific gravity ranges from 1.2 to 1.22. Its coefficient of thermal expansion ranges from 80 to 95 x 10-6/°C. Its molding pressure ranges from 15 to 20 MPa.
Polycarbonate, also known as PC, is a thermoplastic polycondensate. Common trade names are Lexan and Makrolon. It has excellent strength, toughness, dimensional stability, dielectric strength, flame retardancy, and impact resistance (highest among transparent rigid materials). It is, however, susceptible to stress cracking with aromatic solvents, and is difficult to machine. PC can be used to make optical lenses, windows, medical items, CD's, and power tool housings. It can also be used in truck cabs.
Additional Information

Other common Polycarbonate (PC) include Unfilled Molding and Extrusion Resins, High Viscosity PC, Unfilled Molding and Extrusion Resins, Low Viscosity PC, 10% Glass Fiber Reinforced PC, 30% Glass Fiber Reinforced PC, 20 - 30% Long Glass Fiber Reinforced PC, 40% Long Glass Fiber Reinforced PC, 50% Long Glass Fiber Reinforced PC, 35% Random Glass Mat PC, 20 - 30% Long Glass Fiber Reinforced Flame-Retardant Grade PC, Polyester Copolymer High Heat PC, Polycarbonate Copolymer High Heat PC, 6% Stainless Steel Fiber Conductive PC, 10% Stainless Steel Fiber EMI Shielding (conductive) PC, 20% PAN Carbon Fiber EMI Shielding (conductive) PC, 30% PAN Carbon Fiber EMI Shielding (conductive) PC, 40% PAN Carbon Fiber EMI Shielding (conductive) PC, 10-15% PTFE Lubricated PC, 30% PTFE Lubricated PC, 10-15% PTFE, 20% Fiber Reinforced Lubricated PC, and 2% Silicone, 30% Glass Fiber Reinforced Lubricated PC.
Related Glossary Pages

Glossary: Materials: Alloys: Magnesium Alloy: ASTM AZ81A-T4
Glossary: Design: Oring: Material: Ethylene-Propylene
Glossary: Materials: Alloys: Aluminum Alloy: Wrought: AA 6205
Glossary: Materials: Alloys: Steel: Tool Steel
Glossary: Materials: Alloys: Copper Alloy: Cast
Glossary: Materials: Polymers: Polysulfone: Poly(ethersulfone): 20% Glass Fiber Reinforced
Glossary: Materials: Alloys: Steel: Stainless Steel: AISI Type 635
Glossary: Materials: Alloys: Copper Alloy: Wrought
Glossary: Materials: Alloys: Steel: Carbon Steel: AISI 1005
Glossary: Materials: Polymers: Polypropylene
Glossary: Design: Oring: Material: Ethylene-Propylene
Glossary: Materials: Alloys: Aluminum Alloy: Wrought: AA 6205
Glossary: Materials: Alloys: Steel: Tool Steel
Glossary: Materials: Alloys: Copper Alloy: Cast
Glossary: Materials: Polymers: Polysulfone: Poly(ethersulfone): 20% Glass Fiber Reinforced
Glossary: Materials: Alloys: Steel: Stainless Steel: AISI Type 635
Glossary: Materials: Alloys: Copper Alloy: Wrought
Glossary: Materials: Alloys: Steel: Carbon Steel: AISI 1005
Glossary: Materials: Polymers: Polypropylene
Related Pages

eFunda Polymers: Properties of Polycarbonate {20 - 30% long glass ...
eFunda Polymers: Properties of Polycarbonate {20 - 30% long glass fiber reinforced}
eFunda: Overview of Polymers (Plastics)
... polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polycarbonate (PC), and polystyrene (PS). ... polyamide (PA; nylon), polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), polyester (PET, PBT), ... POLYMER BLENDS: Also known as alloys, polymer blends are "mixtures" of ... Polymer blends can also include additives, reinforcements, and fillers. ...
eFunda Polymers: Properties of Polypropylene {homopolymer, impact ...
State: homopolymer. Additives: impact modified, 40% mica filled ... Izod Impact (J/cm of notch) 1/8" thick specimen unless noted, 0.4, D256A ...
eFunda Polymers: Properties of Polypropylene {copolymer, unfilled ...
eFunda Polymers: Properties of Polypropylene {copolymer, unfilled, impact modified} ... State: copolymer. Additives: unfilled, impact modified ...
eFunda: Convert parsec to other Length units
Symbol: pc. Category: Length. SI Equivalent: 3.08568×1016 m ... 1 pc = Length. Symbol, Unit Name. 5.83109×1026, a.u., a0, b · a.u. of length ...
eFunda Polymers: Properties of Polycarbonate {polycarbonate ...
eFunda Polymers: Properties of Polycarbonate {polycarbonate / polyester blends, impact modified}
eFunda Polymers: Properties of Polycarbonate {35% random glass mat}
eFunda Polymers: Properties of Polycarbonate {35% random glass mat}
eFunda Polymers: Listing of Polycarbonate (Lexan, Makrolon)
Polycarbonate, also known as PC, has been mass-produced since 1958. ... Polycarbonate, unfilled, molding and extrusion resins, high viscosity. ...
eFunda Polymers: Properties of Polycarbonate {50% long glass fiber ...
eFunda Polymers: Properties of Polycarbonate {50% long glass fiber reinforced}
eFunda Polymers: Properties of Phenolic {phenol-formaldehyde ...
Additives: cellulose filled, impact modified. Application: molding compounds ... Hardness, 95 - 115, Rockwell M, D638. Izod Impact (J/cm of notch) ...