Clear Polycarbonate Sheet

Clear Polycarbonate Sheets – Cut to Size | Melbourne & Australia-Wide

Clear polycarbonate sheet is the ultimate glass substitute for a wide range of applications, thanks to its exceptional strength, optical clarity, and impact resistance. It is approximately 250 times stronger than glass and 30 times stronger than acrylic sheet — making it the go-to choice for projects that demand durability without the weight.

Product Specifications

• Material: Solid clear polycarbonate (PC)
• Standard Size: 1220 × 2440mm, Oversizes refer to Polycarbonate Sheet in Roll
• Thickness Available: 3mm, 4mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 15mm, 18mm, 25mm
• Color: Clear and Tinted Grey
• Width Range: 590mm – 1220mm
• UV Protection: Yes – suitable for outdoor use
• Cut to Size: Available
• Same Day Delivery: Melbourne Metro (orders before 12pm)

• National Wide delivery available

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Benefits of Clear Polycarbonate Sheet

• Exceptional optical clarity and transparency
• High impact resistance – virtually unbreakable
• Weather and UV resistant – ideal for outdoor applications
• Lightweight – approximately half the weight of glass
• Flame retardant and self-extinguishing
• Cost-effective glass alternative
• Flexible and bendable for curved applications

Limitations to Consider

• Surface can be sensitive to scratches, Excelite offers Abrasion Resistant polycarbonate(AR2)
• Expands and contracts with temperature changes (allow for expansion gaps)
• Sensitive to certain chemicals and solvents

Polycarbonate vs Acrylic – Which Should You Choose?

Both are transparent sheet materials, but they serve different purposes. If your project requires high UV resistance, impact strength, and long-term outdoor durability, polycarbonate is the better choice. Learn more about the differences here.

Main Applications

• Pergola Roofing
• Boat Windows
• Security Glazing, Machine Guards & Signage
• Skylights
• Glass Balustrade Substitute
• Pool Fencing
• Greenhouses
• Unbreakable Windows & Secondary Glazing
• Basketball Backboards

Also Available

Tinted Polycarbonate Sheet – Size: 1220×2440mm | Thickness: 3mm, 4mm, 6mm

Polycarbonate Roll for pergola roofing – Width: 590mm–1220mm | Length: up to 30m | Thickness: 1mm–4mm

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How strong is clear polycarbonate sheet compared to glass?

Clear polycarbonate sheet is approximately 250 times stronger than glass and 30 times stronger than acrylic. It is virtually unbreakable under normal conditions, making it ideal for safety glazing, pool fencing, and overhead applications.

2. Is clear polycarbonate sheet UV resistant?

Yes. Excelite clear polycarbonate sheets come with a UV-protective coating, making them suitable for outdoor use including pergola roofing, skylights, and greenhouse panels without yellowing over time.

3. Can polycarbonate sheet be cut to size?

Yes. We offer a cut-to-size service for all polycarbonate sheets. Simply contact our team with your required dimensions and we'll cut it to suit your project.

4. What thicknesses are available?

We stock clear polycarbonate sheets in 3mm, 4mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 15mm, and 18mm 25mm thicknesses. Thickness between 1-4mm available in roll form.

5. Can polycarbonate sheet be bent or curved?

Yes. Polycarbonate sheet is flexible and can be cold-bent to a radius without cracking, making it suitable for curved roofing, curved glazing, and architectural applications.

6. How does polycarbonate compare to acrylic (Perspex)?

Polycarbonate is significantly stronger and more impact-resistant than acrylic, and better suited for outdoor and high-UV environments. Acrylic offers superior optical clarity and scratch resistance but is more brittle. Read our full comparison guide.

7. Do you offer same-day delivery?

Yes! We offer same-day delivery within Melbourne Metro for orders placed before 12:00pm. Pick-up is also available from our Dandenong South Warehouse. We ship Australia-wide.

8. What is the standard sheet size?

The standard size is 1220 × 2440mm. We also stock 1220 × 1220mm and custom sizes up to 4500mm in length.

We also offer sheets in extended widths, which can be rolled for easier handling and transport. Yes, polycarbonate sheets are extremely strong, yet they remain flexible enough to be rolled! For more size options, please refer to Excelite polycarbonate roofing page.

9, What colours are available for polycarbonate sheets?

We stock a wide range of polycarbonate sheet colours, including clear, tinted grey, translucent white light diffuser, and translucent white roofing sheets.

Custom colours are also available upon request, subject to minimum order quantities (MOQ).

10, Do you offer textured polycarbonate sheets?

Yes, we supply textured polycarbonate sheets for various applications.

• Prismatic polycarbonate sheets – ideal for light diffusion and lighting applications
• Frosted polycarbonate sheets – perfect for privacy and decorative use

11, How do you join two polycarbonate sheets together? Do you supply joiners?

Yes, we supply aluminium H joiners with integrated gaskets designed to securely connect two polycarbonate sheets without the need for drilling.

These joiners provide a watertight seal, clean finish, and easy installation, making them ideal for roofing and glazing applications.

Our aluminium joiner system is suitable for:

• Solid polycarbonate sheets
• Twinwall (multiwall) polycarbonate sheets
• Glass panels

Features and Benefits
Polycarbonate sheeting is a versatile product and offers many advantages. These include:

• Virtually unbreakable: Polycarbonate flat sheets are incredibly durable, if you are looking for unbreakable glass, shatterproof glass, polycarbonate sheet is one of your best choices.
• High impact resistance: With approximately 250 times the strength of glass, 30 times the strength of Acrylic Perspex sheet.
• High clarity and light transmission: light transmission up to 92%
• UV protective:  Polycarbonate sheeting blocks 99% UV radiation
• Lightweight: Weighing 50% less than glass, our sheets are much easier to handle and install.
• Easy to Work With: Polycarbonate sheets can be easily cut, or cold-bend on site
• Temperature Resistance: PC sheet can withstand temperatures ranging from -100°C to 140°C
• Noise Reduction: These sheets have sound insulation properties, making them ideal for applications that require noise reduction or sound barriers.
• Flame retardant: Our polycarbonate material is flame-resistant, It’s self-distinguishing material.
• Electrical insulation: Polycarbonate sheets possess good electrical insulation properties, ideal for specific electrical applications.

Applications

We understand that your projects require reliable, high-quality sheets. The strength, durability, and lightweight nature of polycarbonate sheets make them the plastic of choice for a wide range of applications. 
Whether you’re working on a weekend DIY or commercial project, you’ll be able to adapt polycarbonate to your needs. Suitable applications include:

• Greenhouses and plant nurseries
• Skylights and roofing panels
• Windows and windshields
• Protective barriers and partitions
• Signage displays
• Security glazing
• Bus shelters and balcony glazing
• Noise reduction panels
• Vehicle parts, tractor windows, and racing car windows
• Earthmoving machine windows
• Pool fencing and gates
• Boat windows, marine applications, and other high-impact transport projects
• Manufacturing, medical apparatus, and high-wear signage applications

Why Choose Polycarbonate?

Polycarbonate, also known as plexiglass or perspex offers a range of advantages over traditional materials such as glass, acrylic and other plastics. Its exceptional strength, being 200 times stronger than glass, gives it an unparalleled strength to weight ratio that makes it highly resistant to breakage. This means that your project can endure the harshest conditions without the worry of damage. Moreover it comes with built in UV protection to shield against ultraviolet rays that may cause discoloration or degradation over time.

Not only is polycarbonate incredibly strong but it is also lightweight compared to glass. These transparent plastic sheets are easy to handle and install without compromising on durability or strength. With its clarity and light transmission properties it is perfect for projects that require transparency while maintaining robust characteristics suitable for heavy duty applications.

Polycarbonate Versus other Materials

Our clear polycarbonate sheets surpass many alternatives, like acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) polyvinyl chloride (PVC) polystyrene (PS) polyphenylene oxide (PPO) acrylics polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polyamides (nylons).

Furthermore our polycarbonate sheets effectively withstand temperature changes without shrinking over time. This makes them particularly well suited for applications where temperature fluctuations are a concern.

The flexibility of our sheeting allows us to shape it into curves that would be difficult to achieve with laminated glass or acrylic materials.