Polycarbonate

(C₁₆H₁₄O₃)ₙ

IUPAC: Poly(bisphenol A carbonate)

CAS: 25037-45-0

概述

Polycarbonate is an extremely tough, transparent thermoplastic. It is virtually unbreakable under normal conditions, with impact resistance 250 times that of glass. It is used in bulletproof windows, safety glasses, and CDs/DVDs.

组成

元素 符号 原子 原子质量
Hydrogen H 14 1.0080
Carbon C 16 12.0110
Oxygen O 3 15.9990

元素组成

H
Hydrogen ×14
5.5%
C
Carbon ×16
75.6%
O
Oxygen ×3
18.9%

用途

  • • Bulletproof glass
  • • Safety glasses and visors
  • • CDs and DVDs
  • • Automotive headlight lenses

趣味知识

  • ✦ Bulletproof glass is typically multiple layers of polycarbonate and glass bonded together

安全性

  • ⚠ Contains bisphenol A (BPA), an endocrine disruptor
  • ⚠ BPA-free alternatives now available

属性

类型
polymer
状态
solid
摩尔质量
254.28 g/mol
密度
1.2000 g/cm³
熔点
267.0 °C
溶解度
insoluble

别名

PC Lexan Makrolon

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Polycarbonate?
Polycarbonate ((C₁₆H₁₄O₃)ₙ) is a polymer compound with the IUPAC name Poly(bisphenol A carbonate).
What is the molecular weight of Polycarbonate?
Polycarbonate has a molar mass of 254.284 g/mol.
What state is Polycarbonate at room temperature?
Polycarbonate is a solid at room temperature.
Is Polycarbonate organic or inorganic?
Polycarbonate is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Polycarbonate?
Polycarbonate ((C₁₆H₁₄O₃)ₙ) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Oxygen (O).