Polycarbonate
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Polycarbonate is transparent thermoplastic. This material is tough and stable. It can resist high temperature of 280°Temperature and low temperature of -40°F. It is stain resistant and non-toxic. Polycarbonate weights six times less than glass.
Industries use polycarbonate for making different products, from bulletproof windows to CD and DVD disks. The main advantages of polycarbonate are high strength and light weight.
Industries use clear polycarbonate to make eyeglasses. This is because it has a very good transparency and durability. Lenses made from clear polycarbonate can be thinner than lenses made from ordinary glass.
Companies that create electronic equipment use polycarbonate to create the cover of cell phones, laptops and other products. Although polycarbonate is not toxic, it needs toxic chemicals during its production phase.
