From 10% to 30% Glass Fibre: Choosing the Right PC Grade for Industrial Components

When a plastic component needs higher stiffness, impact strength, dimensional stability or flame resistance, the choice of polycarbonate grade becomes important. The glass-fibre level is one of the first factors manufacturers should consider, but it is not the only one. Flow, mold release, UV stabilization, flame performance and component design can all influence the right material.

Kapoor Sales Corporation offers a broad selection of PC glass filled resin grades from LEXAN™ and LOTTE INFINO™, giving manufacturers access to 10%, 20% and 30% glass-filled materials along with specialized flame-retardant and thin-wall options.

Which Glass-Filled PC Grade Fits Your Requirement?

A quick comparison makes the range easier to understand:

Grade Range

Reinforcement

Key Benefit

Typical Requirement

10% GF

10% glass fibre

Balanced reinforcement and impact performance

General reinforced components

20% GF

20% glass fibre

Greater stiffness and dimensional stability

More demanding structural parts

30% GF

30% glass fibre

Higher reinforcement and rigidity

Load-bearing components

Thin-Wall

10% to 30% GF

Reinforcement with thin-section capability

Compact electrical and industrial parts

10% GF Grades for Balanced Performance

For manufacturers looking for moderate reinforcement without moving to higher glass content, Kapoor Sales Corporation offers several 10% GF options.

Available grades

  • LEXAN™ 500R
  • LEXAN™ 503R
  • LEXAN™ 505R
  • LEXAN™ 505RU
  • LEXAN™ 525RU
  • LEXAN™ 500R/13201
  • LEXAN™ 500R/739

Grade benefits

  • Flame-retardant options
  • UV-stabilized options
  • Mold-release grades
  • Natural and black options
  • Good balance of modulus and impact strength

20% GF Grades for Higher Stiffness

When the component demands greater reinforcement and dimensional performance, 20% GF materials provide a stronger option.

Available grades

  • LEXAN™ 3412ECR
  • LEXAN™ 3412ECRRW
  • LEXAN™ 3412R
  • LEXAN™ 3412R/701
  • LEXAN™ 3412R Natural

Grade benefits

  • Higher reinforcement than 10% GF grades
  • High modulus performance
  • Flame-retardant formulations
  • Mold-release options
  • Non-halogenated options
  • Renewable-feedstock option with LEXAN™ 3412ECRRW

30% GF Grades for More Demanding Components

For applications where higher glass reinforcement and rigidity are required, 30% GF grades provide another level of material selection.

Available grades

  • LEXAN™ 3413HF
  • LEXAN™ 3413R
  • LEXAN™ 3413R Black
  • LEXAN™ 3413R Natural

Grade benefits

  • 30% glass-fibre reinforcement
  • High stiffness
  • Flame-retardant options
  • Mold-release capability
  • Natural and black material options
  • High-flow option with LEXAN™ 3413HF

Flame-Retardant and Thin-Wall PC Options

Kapoor Sales Corporation's range also covers applications where flame performance is a primary requirement. Available FR grades include LEXAN™ 943A/111, 943/701, 943 Siemens Grey, 943 Dark Grey, 940A/111, 940/701, 945U, 945 and 945A.

For thin-wall components, the range includes LEXAN™ 3412ECR, 505RU, 515RU, BFL2015, ML3019, 3412ECRRW, 3413HF, 500R, 503R, 505R and 525RU.

These options cover different reinforcement levels and characteristics such as high viscosity, UV stabilization and non-chlorinated/non-brominated flame retardancy.

Why Choose Kapoor Sales Corporation?

For manufacturers, the advantage is having multiple grades available through one experienced PC glass filled granules supplier. Kapoor Sales Corporation offers virgin polycarbonate in 25 kg packaging, with clear, translucent and a wide range of opaque colors. The materials are available in granule/resin/dana form for industrial requirements.

The portfolio supports applications including electric vehicle components, switches and connectors, automotive spare parts, scientific equipment, housings and covers.

Manufacturers searching for Pc 10% GF, Pc 20% GF or Pc 30% GF can compare reinforcement levels and select a grade according to the component's requirements. For applications where flame performance is critical, Kapoor Sales Corporation also offers PC FR glass filled granules with grades carrying UL94 V-0, V-1 and 5VA ratings, depending on the selected material.

Kapoor Sales Corporation's range, technical grade information and regulatory documentation make it a strong sourcing option for manufacturers requiring reinforced polycarbonate for demanding industrial components.

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