Polycarbonate Tubes

What are polycarbonate tubes?

Polycarbonate is virtually unbreakable and is the toughest clear plastic available. Polycarbonate offers toughness, dimensional stability, and excellent impact resistance and is available as film, rods, sheets, tubes and other shapes.

Is polycarbonate tubing flexible?

Polycarbonate is the toughest clear plastic available. Polycarbonate tubes and tubing are rigid and not flexible.

What is polycarbonate tubing used for?

Polycarbonate is a highly impact-resistant plastic that is tougher than acrylic but lighter weight than glass. Some uses for polycarbonate tubes are pressure chambers, architectural accents, electrical components, and automotive parts.

How strong is polycarbonate tubing?

Polycarbonate tubes are almost 250 times stronger than glass tubes and about 30 times stronger than acrylic tubes. Polycarbonate is virtually unbreakable and is the toughest clear plastic.

How do you cut polycarbonate tubes?

The best way to cut polycarbonate tubes is using a table saw that's outfitted with a special blade that's designed specifically for cutting polycarbonate. Cut the polycarbonate tubes in a straight line using a guide at a steady, moderate pace to reduce the chance of chips and breakage.