Recycled Polymers
rPC Transparent — Recycled Polycarbonate Transparent
This recycled PC grade is derived from post-consumer and post-industrial sources, processed to maintain its exceptional impact resistance and optical clarity. Ideal for applications where transparency and durability are paramount, such as safety glasses and electronic displays.
rPCReCycle PCEcoPC Clear
Manufacturers
3
Grades
2
Applications
4
Equivalents
0
Physical Properties
- Density
- 1.20-1.22 g/cm³
- Water Absorption (24h)
- 0.10-0.15 %
- Transparency
- Excellent
- Shrinkage
- 0.6-0.8 %
Mechanical Properties
- Young's Modulus
- 2.0-2.4 GPa
- Tensile Strength
- 50-65 MPa
- Elongation at Break
- 60-100 %
- Impact Strength (Izod)
- 60-80 J/m (unnotched)
Thermal Properties
- Glass Transition Temperature
- 145-155 °C
- Melting Point
- N/A (amorphous)
- Continuous Service Temperature
- 100-120 °C
- Heat Deflection Temperature
- 120-130 °C (0.45 MPa)
Electrical Properties
- Dielectric Constant
- 2.9-3.1
- Volume Resistivity
- 10^15-10^17 Ohm·cm
- Dielectric Strength
- 15-25 kV/mm
Chemical Resistance
- Acids
- Good resistance to dilute acids
- Bases
- Poor resistance
- Solvents
- Attacked by acetone, xylene, and chlorinated hydrocarbons
- UV Resistance
- Moderate (can yellow with prolonged exposure)
Sustainability
- Recyclability
- Recyclable (check local facilities)
- Recycling Code
- 7 (Other)
- Carbon Footprint
- Lower than virgin PC
Manufacturing compatibility
Injection MoldingExtrusionBlow Molding
Applications
Safety glazing
Electronic displays
Headlight lenses
Medical devices
Available grades
rPC Clear 900EcoPC Glazing Grade