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Polycarbonate Twinwall Overview
What is twin wall polycarbonate?

Twinwall polycarbonate is made up of two polycarbonate layers while multiwall polycarbonate is made up of three or more polycarbonate layers. These layers are fused together using a process called co-extrusion.

Twinwall and multiwall are ideal glazing materials for outdoor applications because of their high impact resistance, durability, and insulation properties. Twinwall and multiwall polycarbonate provide superior insulation against temperature and noise, and the sheet is lightweight and easy to install. Twinwall and multiwall's high impact resistance make them a perfect choice for storm protection, while their UV protection properties make them an ideal choice for greenhouses and windows.

 

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Customers Also Asked:
How long does twinwall polycarbonate last?

Twinwall polycarbonate generally has a lifespan of 10 years in exterior applications.

Is twinwall polycarbonate flexible?

Twinwall polycarbonate is stronger, more flexible, and more impact resistant than glass while weighing significantly less. It be cold formed or easily machined to fit a variety of configurations and applications.

What is twinwall made out of?

Twinwall is made up of two layers of polycarbonate sheet attached by smaller pieces of material, leaving channels of empty space in-between. Polycarbonate, also abbreviated as PC, is an amorphous engineering thermoplastic that is made by the condensation of carbonic acid and bisphenol. The design of twinwall gives the material strong impact resistance and weight support.

Can you cut twinwall polycarbonate?

Twinwall polycarbonate can be cut with standard equipment such as circular saws, hand saws, and hacksaws. It is important to not remove any protective film before cutting the material. If any shavings get into the flutes of the twinwall, the shavings can be removed with a can of pressurized air or a vacuum.

Are polycarbonate panels hurricane rated?

Counties in hurricane-prone areas such as Miami Dade County in Florida have rated multiwall polycarbonate storm panels for window and door protection during storms and hurricanes. Tough, incredibly impact resistant, lightweight, and clear, polycarbonate storm panels have been thoroughly tested and withstand high-velocity impacts from debris as well as hurricane force winds.

How do I stop my windows from breaking in high winds?

Plywood, metal storm shutters, and multiwall polycarbonate storm panels placed over windows serve as protective materials that can prevent them from breaking from the force of high winds or flying debris. Polycarbonate storm panels are highly impact resistant and more lightweight than metal shutter systems, allowing them to be easily installed over windows and removed or placed in storage once the storm or hurricane has passed.

How do you protect windows from hurricanes without shutters?

Multiwall polycarbonate storm panels are an excellent way to protect windows from hurricane force winds, rain, and debris. Miami Dade County rated RDC storm panels resist large missile impacts and are lighter than metal hurricane shutters, allowing easier installation and removal. Unlike metal, polycarbonate storm panels are clear and will allow natural light through.

 

General Properties1 of Polycarbonate Twinwall
Property
Unit
Value
Specific Gravity
g/cc
1.19
Water Absorption @ 24 hrs.
%
0.15
Hardness
Rockwell
R118
M70
Izod Impact (Notched)
ft-lbs/in.
2
Tensile Strength @ Yield
psi
8700
Tensile Modulus
ksi
300
Flexural Strength
psi
14200
Flexural Modulus
ksi
340
Compressive Strength
psi
12500
Compressive Modulus
ksi
345
Elongation @ Break
%
50
Deflection Temperature @ 264 psi
°F
270
1The values listed are typical and are meant only as a guide to aid in design. Field testing is always recommended to determine exact values for each application.
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Bronze Thermaglas

 

For use with .630" (16mm) Polycarbonate Twinwall
Polycarbonate Clear Extruded Base/Cap 207/211
For use with .236" (6mm) Polycarbonate Twinwall
Polycarbonate Clear Extruded Divide H #201
For use with .315" (8mm) Polycarbonate Twinwall
Polycarbonate Clear Extruded Divide H #202
For use with .394" (10mm) Polycarbonate Twinwall
Polycarbonate Clear Extruded Divide H #203
For use with .236" (6mm) Polycarbonate Twinwall
Polycarbonate Clear Extruded Endcap U #212
For use with .315" (8mm) Polycarbonate Twinwall
Polycarbonate Clear Extruded Endcap U #213
For use with .394" (10mm) Polycarbonate Twinwall
Polycarbonate Clear Extruded Endcap U #214
For use with .630" (16mm) Polycarbonate Twinwall
Polycarbonate Clear Extruded Endcap U #215
For use with .236" (6mm), .315" (8mm), and .394" (10mm) Polycarbonate Twinwall
Polycarbonate Clear Extruded Base/Cap #230/#231
Polycarbonate Ice (Opal) Extruded-Base/Cap
Polycarbonate Ice (Opal) Extruded-U' Endcap'
8 mm. (#311)
Aluminum Clear Anodized Endcap U #311
10 mm. (#312)
Aluminum Clear Anodized Endcap U #312
16 mm. (#313)
Aluminum Clear Anodized Endcap U #313

 

Aluminum vent tape for polycarbonate multi-wall applications
Aluminum Vent Tape
(Part #400) Point-fastening 2 in. hex screw with bubble washer.
#12 Polygal Self Drilling Hex Screw (100 count)
(Part #422) Point-fastening 6-16 mm. screw with bubble washer.
2 inch #9 Wood Screw (100 Count)
(Part #450) Supports base-to-metal structures.
1 Inch Mega-Lock Screw (100 Count)
(Part #462) 5/8” Length
5/8 Inch Mega-Lock Screw (100 Count)
(Part #421) Supports ECP/HCP/GCP profile with a base-to-wood structure.
1.5 Inch #9 Wood Screw (100 Count)
(Part #412) Supports HCP profile with a base-to-metal structure.
1.5 Inch #12 Self Drilling Hex Screw (100 Count)
(Part #505)
1 Inch Twinwall Foam Spacer
(Part #473)
1 Inch Bubble Washer
(Part #463) 7/8” Length
7/8 Inch Mega-Lock Cap-to-Base Metal Screw (100 Count)
 
1 Inch #12 Self Drilling Hex Screw (100 Count)
(Part #472)
1 Inch Aluminum Washer with Gasket

 




WARNING: The products on this page can expose you to chemicals including Bisphenol A, CAS 80-05-7, which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.