Anti-Static Solid Polycarbonate Sheet — Permanent ESD Coating, 850 J/m Impact Strength
Anti-static solid polycarbonate sheet, an engineered thermoplastic with permanent ESD coating, maintains surface resistance between 10⁶ and 10⁹ ohms per square for regulated static dissipation. Made from 100% virgin Bayer/Sabic PC resin, it has 850 J/m impact strength and 90% light transmission. For machine guards, cleanroom walls, and industrial viewing windows, it comes in 0.95mm to 23mm thicknesses and 2.1m widths.
Why Standard Polycarbonate Falls Short in ESD-Sensitive Settings
Insulating standard polycarbonate. Electrostatic charge from contact with moving parts, cleaning, or handling is a danger in electronics assembly, cleanrooms, and combustible settings.
There's more than ESD damage to components. Over time, airborne particles contaminate product lines and reduce optical clarity on charged surfaces. Pharmaceutical and semiconductor yield and compliance are affected by contamination.
No post-treatment is needed for anti-static solid polycarbonate sheet since it has a permanent coating placed during production.
Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Value |
| Product Form |
Solid / single-layer smooth sheet |
| Thickness |
0.95–23mm (common: 1.5 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 6 / 8 / 10 / 12mm) |
| Effective Width |
Max 2.1m (1220 / 1560 / 1830 / 2100mm) |
| Length |
Cut to order |
| Resin |
100% virgin Bayer/Sabic PC |
| UV Co-extrusion Layer |
50μm (blocks UV below 380nm) |
| Light Transmission |
0%–90% (varies by color and finish) |
| Impact Strength |
850 J/m |
| Surface Resistivity |
10⁶–10⁹ Ω/sq |
| Service Temperature |
-40°C to +120°C |
| Fire Rating |
B1 (GB 8624) / UL94 V-2 |
| Warranty |
10–20 years |
| Certifications |
ISO 9001 / CE / RoHS / SGS |
Performance Characteristics
Permanent anti-static finish . The ESD layer is attached to the surface during the extrusion process. It is not a surfactant based treatment hence is unaffected by humidity variations or frequent cleaning with IPA or conventional clean room chemicals. Surface resistivity is steady at 10^6-10^9 ohms/sq. Optical clarity is maintained in service. The light transmission of the transparent variant is up to 90 percent. The dust-resistant surface is designed to assist preserve sight in cleanroom environments where particle accumulation is a problem.
Wide operating temperature range. The sheet can work from -40°C to +120°C without warping or dimensional change therefore covers applications from cold storage enclosures to high temperature manufacturing line guards.
Cold bendable on site. Minimum bend radius 175 x thickness of sheet. It does not need any heat equipment, making it easier to fabricate and reducing time on site.
Suitable for conventional machining. The material resists cutting, drilling, CNC engraving and thermoforming without chipping under standard tools.
Typical Applications
Semiconductor and electronics production. For machine covers, conveyor shields and cleanroom barriers where the electrostatic attraction of dust and ESD damage to wafers or PCBs must be controlled. The range of 10⁶–10⁹ Ω/sq is consistent with typical ESDS handling criteria.
PCB Windows machine. The combination of impact resistance and optical clarity enables operators to watch manufacturing lines without interruption, while the ESD coating minimises contamination of critical board surfaces.
Housings for medical devices and pharmaceuticals. The anti-static surface also prevents airborne particles from adhering to the machine covers and conveyor housings in zero-dust zones, in line with cleanroom hygiene procedures.
Hazardous and explosive atmosphere. The sheet is used as viewing windows and protective barriers in chemical plants and the like. The surface resistivity should be maintained between 10⁶ and 10⁹ Ω/sq to minimise the static discharge ignition hazard in the presence of combustible materials.
Anti-static solid polycarbonate sheet is used for automated machine guards. The static created by friction on high speed assembly lines might affect PLC sensors or cause material handling problems. The permanent ESD coating helps to keep that danger constant and controllable.
Quality Control
Every manufacturing batch is checked during raw material input, extrusion and before export. Important tests include:
- Surface Resistivity - Calibrated Megohmmeter ASTM D257 and EOS/ESD S11.11 verifying 10^6 – 10^9 Ω/sq range
- Static decay duration – 5kV charge dissipation test per FTMS 101C
- Coating Adhesion – Cross-hatch tape test to ASTM D3359 to ensure anti-static layer does not delaminate
- Optical inspection: check for black patches, bubbles or flow lines that hinder visibility
- Impact resistance — Izod impact test to ensure that ESD treatment has not decreased substrate toughness
This sheet is manufactured to ANSI/ESD S20.20 and ASTM D257 ESD standards and is suited for electrostatic sensitive device (ESDS) handling conditions.
Customization Options
Available colors include clear, lake blue, grass green, opal, bronze, and grey. Thickness, width, length, and UV layer thickness are all configurable under OEM/ODM terms.
| Option |
Details |
| MOQ |
500 m² |
| Standard Lead Time |
7–15 days |
| Custom Color Lead Time |
15–20 days |
| Processing Support |
CNC cutting, drilling, bending, engraving, thermoforming |
| OEM/ODM |
Supported |
| Samples |
Free samples available |
Rush order timelines are negotiable. Contact us with your specifications to confirm availability.
About Baoding Sinhai
Baoding Sinhai is a polycarbonate sheet manufacturer with over 30 years in the industry. The company operates multiple production bases and was one of the main drafting units of China's National Standard for Polycarbonate Sheets (released September 29, 2024; effective April 1, 2025). Products are certified to ISO 9001:2015, CE, RoHS, and SGS. Logistics options include sea, truck, and air freight, with local warehouse resources in Tashkent and Dushanbe for Central Asian customers.
FAQ
Q: Is the anti-static coating permanent?
A: Yes. Coating is applied during production and is not a surfactant based treatment. Not sensitive to humidity or routine cleaning with IPA or typical cleanroom chemicals. Stable surface resistivity with time (10⁶-10⁹ Ω/sq).
Q: What widths/thicknesses do you have?
A: Usual thickness are 1.5 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 8 / 10 / 12mm and we are able to produce up to 23mm. Maximum Width 2.1m. Cut to size.
Q: What are the ESD requirements for the sheet?
A: The sheet is manufactured according to ANSI/ESD S20.20 and ASTM D257. Surface resistivity is verified following EOS/ESD S11.11. Suitable for ESDS handling conditions.
Q: Can I customise size and colours?
A: Oh, yes, OEM/ODM terms of thickness, breadth, length, colour, UV layer thickness are all negotiable. Standard colours ship in 7-15 days. Custom colours in 15-20.
Q: What is the MOQ? Do you have samples?
A: MOQ is 500m2. We may provide free samples. Contact us to get a sample or to discuss your project details.
Contact Us
Do you have more questions about anti-static solid polycarbonate sheet? Send your project requirements to [email protected].