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Description
This premium polycarbonate grey sheet offers outstanding impact resistance in a lightweight, rigid format, making it an ideal alternative to glass and more brittle plastics. Supplied in a neutral grey tint, it provides excellent optical diffusion while maintaining high toughness and dimensional stability.
Designed for demanding architectural, protective and industrial environments, the sheet combines UV-stabilised weatherability with superior durability. Available in a range of thicknesses and sheet sizes, it is well suited to safety glazing, machine guards, partitions, rooflights, signage and protective screening.
Product Features
- Available thicknesses of 3 mm, 4 mm, 5 mm and 6 mm to suit light-duty guarding through to more robust protective panels.
- Multiple sheet lengths: 1500 mm, 2050 mm and 3050 mm, allowing efficient cutting and minimal waste for different project scales.
- Choice of sheet widths in 1000 mm, 1520 mm and 2050 mm to accommodate narrow screens through to large glazing panels.
- Manufactured from high-performance polycarbonate for exceptional impact resistance and long-term toughness.
- Grey tinted sheet provides controlled light transmission and glare reduction while maintaining good visibility.
- UV-stabilised formulation helps resist yellowing, embrittlement and surface degradation in outdoor or high-light environments.
- Lightweight construction compared with glass, simplifying handling, installation and support frame requirements.
Key Features and Benefits
- High impact strength helps protect people, machinery and property, making it ideal for safety glazing and guarding applications.
- UV protection extends service life in outdoor or sunlit areas, reducing the need for frequent replacement and maintenance.
- Reduced weight versus glass lowers handling risks, eases on-site installation and can reduce structural loadings.
- Grey tint improves visual comfort by limiting glare and harsh light, while still allowing good visibility and daylighting.
- Excellent machinability and formability allow cutting, drilling, bending and edge finishing using standard fabrication methods.
- Good chemical and weather resistance supports reliable performance in busy industrial, commercial and public environments.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Solid polycarbonate sheet, grey tinted, UV-stabilised |
| Available thicknesses | 3 mm, 4 mm, 5 mm, 6 mm |
| Standard sheet lengths | 1500 mm, 2050 mm, 3050 mm |
| Standard sheet widths | 1000 mm, 1520 mm, 2050 mm |
| Typical temperature resistance | Approximately -40°C to +120°C (application dependent) |
| Typical light transmission | Reduced transmission due to grey tint, for glare control (varies with thickness) |
Applications and Ideal Uses
This premium polycarbonate grey sheet is suited to a wide range of architectural, safety and industrial applications where strength, reduced glare and long-term durability are essential.
- Safety glazing and guarding for machinery, production lines and process equipment.
- Architectural glazing, partitions, balustrade infills and protective screens in public buildings.
- Protective panels, barriers and enclosures in warehouses, factories and workshops.
- Rooflights, canopies and covered walkways where UV stability and impact resistance are required.
- Signage backings, display panels and information boards needing robust, low-glare surfaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this polycarbonate grey sheet be used outdoors?
Yes, the sheet is UV-stabilised and suitable for outdoor use in applications such as canopies, rooflights and protective glazing. As with all plastics, lifespan will depend on exposure conditions, installation and maintenance, but the UV protection helps resist yellowing and surface degradation.
How can I cut and drill the polycarbonate sheet without causing cracks?
The sheet can be cut using fine-toothed circular saws or jigsaws and drilled with standard metal or plastic drill bits. Support the sheet fully, use moderate feed rates, avoid excessive pressure and ensure sharp tools are used to minimise the risk of chipping or stress cracking.
Is the grey tint very dark, and will it significantly reduce visibility?
The grey tint is designed to reduce glare and light intensity rather than completely obscure vision. Visibility remains good for most applications, although light transmission and perceived darkness will increase with sheet thickness. For critical visual tasks, selecting a thinner sheet or trial piece is recommended.