PVC Sheets & Rods

PVC Sheets

PVC Sheets

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) sheets are versatile and widely used thermoplastic materials known for their durability, affordability, and adaptability. These sheets are produced by combining PVC resin with various additives, resulting in a durable and rigid material. PVC sheets are highly resistant to moisture, chemicals, and UV radiation, making them suitable for outdoor and harsh environment applications. They find use in construction, signage, and advertising due to their ease of fabrication, including cutting, bending, and printing. PVC sheets are also valued for their flame-resistant properties, making them a preferred choice for electrical insulation. Their cost-effectiveness and wide availability further contribute to their popularity in numerous industries.

PVC Rods

PVC Rods

PVC rods, or Polyvinyl Chloride rods, are solid cylindrical structures made from PVC, a widely used thermoplastic material. These rods are valued for their versatility, affordability, and durability. PVC's inherent resistance to moisture, chemicals, and corrosion makes PVC rods ideal for a wide range of applications, including construction, signage, and DIY projects. Their ease of machining, including cutting, drilling, and shaping, allows for customization and adaptability in various industries. PVC rods also offer good electrical insulation properties, making them suitable for electrical and electronic applications. With a strong balance of properties, including low cost and easy availability, PVC rods serve as a dependable choice for many applications.

Technical Property Chart

TYPICAL PROPERTIES of PVC and CPVC

ASTM or UL test

Property

PVC

CPVC

PHYSICAL

D792

Density (lb/in³) (g/cm³)

0.051

1.41

0.055

1.52

D570

Water Absorption, 24 hrs (%)

0

0.04

MECHANICAL

D638

Tensile Strength (psi)

7,500

8,200

D638

Tensile Modulus (psi)

411,000

430,000

D638

Tensile Elongation at Break (%)

-

27

D790

Flexural Strength (psi)

12,800

15,000

D790

Flexural Modulus (psi)

481,000

410,000

D785

Hardness

115 (Rockwell R)

121 (Rockwell R)

D256

IZOD Notched Impact (ft-lb/in)

1.0

1.6

THERMAL

D696

Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion

(x 10-5 in./in./°F)

6.1

3.7

D648

Heat Deflection Temp (°F / °C) at 264 psi

 

176 / 80

 

217 / 103

D3418

Melting Temp (°F / °C)

n.a.

n.a.

-

Max Operating Temp (°F / °C)

140 / 60

200 / 93

C177

Thermal Conductivity

(BTU-in/ft²-hr-°F)

(x 10-4 cal/cm-sec-°C)

0.90

3.1

0.95

3.3

UL94

Flammability Rating

V-O

V-O

ELECTRICAL

D149

Dielectric Strength (V/mil) short time, 1/8" thick

544

1250

D150

Dielectric Constant at 60 Hz

3.2

3.7

D150

Dissipation Factor at 60 Hz

.0096

-

D257

Volume Resistivity (ohm-cm)at 50% RH

5.4 x 1015

3.4 x 1015