SUNLITE – Multiwall Polycarbonate Sheets from TUFLITE

SUNLITE – Multiwall Polycarbonate Sheets from TUFLITE

SUNLITE is a multiwall polycarbonate sheet from TUFLITE. Its cellular polycarbonate structure yields a lightweight sheet with high impact strength and superior thermal insulation. High light transmission makes SUNLITE ideal for varied roofing, wall cladding, and glazing applications.

SUNLITE has a wide product range: from anti-condensation treatment for greenhouses and garden centers to SolarSmart™ sheets that create cool climatic conditions.

Interior designers and advertisers take advantage of SUNLITE’s special appearance and add a unique touch to their designs.

Main Benefits

  • High thermal insulation
  • Lightweight and impact resistant
  • High light transmission
  • Excellent structural durability
  • Weather and UV resistance
  • Blocks virtually all UV radiation
  • Easy to handle and install
  • High fire performance rating

Typical Applications

  • Architectural roofing and glazing
  • Skylights and sidelights
  • Conservatories
  • Covered walkways
  • Displays, signage and decorations
  • Industrial roofing and glazing
  • Residential roofing and glazing
  • Covered swimming pools
  • Agricultural greenhouses

Profiles

Colors

Standard Clear, Solar Grey, Bronze, Red, Green, Blue
Translucent Blue, Green
Multi-Layered Bronze/Opal, Solar Guard (Solar Control/Opal)
Length 11.8 m
Thickness 4-40 mm

Flammability

Method * Classification
BS 476/7 Class 1
ASTM D-635 CC-1 (SUNLITE® FR)
EN 13501 B, s1, d0
ASTM E-84 Class A

PALSUN® Product Range

Product Description
SUNLITE® UV protection on one side
SUNLITE® UV2 UV protection on both sides
SUNLITE® Plus With anti-condensation
SUNLITE® Solar Control Metallic reflective
SUNLITE® SLT Translucent reflective
SUNLITE® CL Pearlescent reflective
SUNLITE® Smart Transparent reflective

Typical Physical Properties

Property (Method*) Conditions Units Value
Density (D-792) - g/cm3 1.2
Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT) (D-648) Load: 1.82 MP °C 135
Service Temperature - Short Term - - °C -20 to +50
Service Temperature - Long Term - - °C -50 to +100
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (D-696) - mm/mm °C 6.5 x 105
Tensile Strength at Yield (D-638) 10 mm/min. MPa 62
Elongation at Break (D-638) 10 mm/min. % >90
Impact Falling dart (ISO 6603/1) - J 40-400
Practical thermal expansion/contraction - - mm/m >3

* ASTM except where noted otherwise.