How Do You Bend A Polycarbonate Sheet?
Since polycarbonate is a thermoplastic, heat is required to form, bend or mold a polycarbonate sheet. Open flame or unventilated ovens create a safety hazard, as toxic fumes are released from the plastic if it is heated beyond its melting point of 300 degrees F, according to Dynalab Corporation. To heat the polycarbonate sheet evenly, you need to use a device designed for heating plastic. A heat strip uses an electric current to create heat. Since you are able to control the temperature of the heat strip, there is little chance of overheating the polycarbonate sheet. Set the heat strip on top of the worktable. Measure the height of the heat strip with the tape measure. Stack the two-inch pieces of 1/2-inch plywood on both side of the heat strip until the top of the wood is even to or slightly above the top surface of the heat strip. Plug in the heat strip and set the temperature of the heat strip to 300 degrees Fahrenheit. Allow the heat strip to reach the set temperature before contin
