Palgard - ABRASION-RESISTANT POLYCARBONATE SHEET
PALGARD®

PALGARD® ABRASION-RESISTANT POLYCARBONATE SHEET

Technically advanced surfaces for lasting protection and enduring clarity

PALGARD offers all the performance features of the PALSUN polycarbonate sheets including high impact resistance and excellent UV protection.

In addition, PALGARD also features an advanced surface coating that provides superior abrasion and chemical resistance, which means that it remains pristine in applications with high levels of wear and tear such as architectural glazing, public space installations, manufacturing environments, highway sound barriers and more.

PALGARD is also ideal for protective shielding or safety glazing for machinery, exhibits or displays; and can be used in vehicular glazing, for example in side or rear windows and windshields on ATVs, golf carts or other vehicles. PALGARD can also be used for glass-laminated ballistic applications.

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PALGARD Pedestrian Bridge Glazing, Denver, Colorado, USA

The challenge: providing safety glazing for a pedestrian bridge to withstand harsh winters, impact & vandalism.

Palram's solution - PALGARD - abrasion-resistant, impact-resistant and weather-resistant clear and coated polycarbonate.

Click to see Palram's solution for glazing a highway footbridge in Colorado, USA

PALGARD Pedestrian Bridge Glazing, Denver, Colorado, USA

Drop Test - Palgard TG Abrasion Resistant Polycarbonate

Watch the video of the FRA cinder block test performed on Palram's PALGARD TG abrasion-resistant polycarbonate.

Drop Test - Palgard TG Abrasion Resistant Polycarbonate

PRODUCT DETAILS

ColorsWidth x Length (mm)Thicknesses (mm)
Clear, Bronze2000 x 30003 to 18
Clear, Bronze1220 x 24403 to 18
Clear, Bronze1830 x 24403 to 18
Dimensions Note  Special Dimensions And Colors Are Available, Subject To Minimum Order.
   
Product Availability Note * Contains Acrylic N** Tested By An Acredited Independent Lab According To UL Specs.
   
 
Available Colors  Clear, Bronze*, Gray*
   
Product Availability Note * Contains Acrylic N** Tested By An Acredited Independent Lab According To UL Specs.
PropertyMethod*ConditionsUnitsValue
Density(ISO 1183)g/cm³1.2
Water absorption(ISO 62)24h @ 23°Cmg/kg<8
Tensile strength(ISO 527)MPa60
Elongation at break(ISO 527)%90
Tensile modulus of elasticity(ISO 527)MPa2200
Abrasion (Taber process)(ISO 9352)100 rotations,CS-10F, 500g% Haze<1.5
Layer thicknessμmJul-15
Adhesive properties0.5/1.0/2.0 h boiled@100°CGT 0/0/0
VICAT diluting temperature(ISO 306)VST/B 50°C150
Constancy temperature HDT/A(ISO 75)Load: 1.8 MP°C135
Permanent use temperature(DIN 53446)°C115
Service temperature range°C-50 to +100
Coefficient of linear thermal expansion(DIN 53752)cm/cm°C6.5 x 10-5
Thermal conductivity(DIN 52612)0- 50 °CW/mK 0.21
Specific heatJ/gK1.3
Light transmission (380-780 nm)(DIN 5036)% >86
Chamfer angle(DIN 52305)3mm sheetBg’<5
Refractive power(DIN 52305)dpt<0.1
Specific volume resistivity(DIN VDE0303)Ωcm1015
Dielectric strength(DIN EN 60243)kv/mm>30
 
Typical Physical Properties Notes            * Aside From Abrasion Parameters, Tests And Results Apply To The Carrier Material Only.

Flammability

StandardClassification*
EN13501B, s1, d0
BS 476/7Class 1
NSP 92501, 4M2
DIN 4102B1, B2
UL ClassifiedV2 (File e221255)
ASTM D-635CC1
Flammability Notes      * Depends On Thickness. Please Contact Your Palram Distributor For Additional Information.
 
OrganizationStandardClassification*
ANSIZ97.1-09Approved Impact & Weathering
CPSC16 CFR 1201Category I or II
ASTMF1915-05Level 4 (3/8 thickness)
ASTMF1915-05Level 3 (1/2 thickness)
ASTMD635-10Class CC1 and/or HB
ULUL972Pass
 
Regulatory Code Compliance Text Notes     * Depends On Thickness

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I curve the polycarbonate to follow the façade curve?
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All Palram polycarbonate products can be cold bent onsite during installation, subject to a minimum radius. The radius varies based on the chosen product. For flat sheets such as PALSUN & SUNLITE, the rule-of-thumb for the minimum radius is the thickness multiplied by 200. Please check the Palram catalog for more detailed specifications.

How do I specify the required thickness of the polycarbonate glazing material?
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The recommended thickness of the polycarbonate glazing material is based on factors such as wind & snow load, panel size, and boundary conditions. Visit the Palram website for access to calculators that can help you determine the recommended thickness.

How do I reduce the heat build-up coming from the façade into the building?
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In order to reduce heat build-up through the façade, Palram strongly recommends the use of its tinted SolarSmart™ panels. SolarSmart™ tints can be implemented in all Palram polycarbonate products. For more information, reference the Palram SolarSmart™ technology page.

How do I create a double skin glazing solution for façades and curtain walls?
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Flat solid or multiwall sheets can be glazed in double skin applications using standard aluminum curtain wall profiles and EPDM gaskets. The SUNPAL system can be installed in a double skin application with a special aluminum profile provided by Palram.

Can flat solid polycarbonate be installed in a similar manner to glass in curtain wall applications?
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PALSUN can be installed with standard curtain wall aluminum glazing profiles and EPDM gaskets (similar to glass), or spider fixing spaced with approximately 400 mm centers. However, it cannot be used with structural silicone and PALGARD (PALSUN) with anti-scratch coating is the recommended substitute in this case.

Should products be pre-dried before thermoforming?
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This depends on the production date and storage conditions of the product before thermoforming. It is recommended to check the product before thermoforming is attempted.

What is the minimum allowed bending radius of polycarbonate?
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The minimum allowed bending radius of the polycarbonate is 200 times the thickness of the sheet, for example, a 2 mm sheet has a minimum 400 mm bending radius.

Can the percentage of light transmission be controlled? I need a lot of light but I need it to be diffused.
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Palram offers various LT% parameters - from 0% to 90%. In addition, we offer a color called a “diffuser” that allows 85% of the light in while diffusing it by 100%. The result is a light-transmitting panel that is not transparent but is highly translucent.

How do I clean the polycarbonate?
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  • Never use abrasive or high alkaline cleaners on any Palram polycarbonate products.
  • Do not leave cleaners on Palram polycarbonate for extended periods of time. Rinse immediately with cold, clean water.
  • Do not apply cleaners in direct sunlight.
  • Never use sharp objects, squeegees or razors on polycarbonate.
  • Do not clean with gasoline.
  • Always practice safety first and never step directly on a polycarbonate panel.
  • Always test cleaners in a small inconspicuous area prior to cleaning the entire panel to ensure against adverse results.
  • Avoid allowing the pressure washer spray tip to come too close to the panel. Pressure washers often have enough pressure at the spray tip to penetrate or tear the panel.
  • Avoid dry cleaning as sand and dust particles clinging to the exterior of the panels may scratch the surface.

What is the meaning of Shading Coefficient (SC)?
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Shading coefficient (SC) is a parameter that compares transparent and translucent materials with clear 3 mm glass with 87% LT ׂ(light transmission). The lower the value, the more convenient it is to stay under the material on warm, sunny days. In architectural projects, the SC should usually be between 0.3 to 0.5.

When should I specify a matte surface finish for the polycarbonate?
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A matte surface finish is good if you want to avoid glare within your surroundings.

How do I determine the color, Light Transmission (LT) and haze properties of polycarbonate?
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This decision depends on the application – some of the colors are transparent and some are translucent. If a see-through material is needed, then haze should be smaller than 1% and the LT% should be based on the illumination design. If a translucent effect is needed, then the haze should be 100% and the LT% based on the chosen color.

Will polycarbonate light transmittance deteriorate over time?
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PALRAM's polycarbonate products are shielded with a UV protection layer that guards against photodegradation, yellowing, and brittleness. This protects the sheets from the harmful impact of UV radiation and helps to maintain light transmittance and quality for many years. Our products come with a 10-year warranty against loss of light transmittance. Upon special request, we can provide an enforced UV protection layer with a longer warranty.