Polycarbonate Roofing Sheets (Bayer 3113) | Greenhouses, carports, skylights, outdoor roofing | - Thickness: 20mm (Base) ▲ 25mm (Advanced) (Enhances structural integrity) - Impact Resistance: 200 J (Base) ▲ 300 J (Advanced) (ASTM D3763) - UV Protection: 99% UV blockage (ASTM G154) | Lightweight ▲ (Reduces load on structures) High durability ▲ (Withstands extreme weather) Customizable thickness | Higher cost than PVC Potential UV degradation without additives |
Acrylic Sheets | Signage, lighting fixtures, display cases | - Transparency: 92% light transmission (ISO 9050) - Impact Resistance: 100 J (ASTM D3763) - Thickness: 10mm | Cost-effective Easy to shape and cut | Brittle (prone to cracking) Lower impact resistance than polycarbonate |
Glass Sheets | Windows, skylights, architectural glazing | - Transparency: 90% light transmission (ISO 9050) - Thickness: 12mm - Impact Resistance: 150 J (ASTM D3763) | High clarity Fire-resistant | Heavy weight Shatters on impact Expensive |
PVC Sheets | Temporary roofing, awnings, indoor partitions | - Transparency: 75% light transmission (ISO 9050) - Impact Resistance: 50 J (ASTM D3763) - Thickness: 10mm | Lightweight Low cost | Poor UV resistance ▲ (Degradation in sunlight) Low impact resistance |
Fiberglass Sheets | Marine applications, outdoor structures | - Transparency: 60% light transmission (ISO 9050) - Impact Resistance: 180 J (ASTM D3763) - Thickness: 15mm | Corrosion-resistant ▲ (Ideal for coastal areas) UV-resistant | Heavier than polycarbonate Less transparent |
Aluminum Sheets | Roofs, facades, structural cladding | - Thickness: 1.5mm - Impact Resistance: 150 J (ASTM D3763) - Light Transmission: 5% (Opaque) | High strength ▲ (Suitable for heavy loads) Weather-resistant | Poor light transmission High cost Heavy |