EUROPLEX® Sheet GV 181

EUROPLEX® GV 181 is a glass-fiber-reinforced polycarbonate sheet material. It exhibits special physical properties, particularly in relation to physical strength and heat expansion because of the way the glass-fibers are oriented in the extrusion process. The captivating properties are:

• high stiffness (modulus of elasticity parallel to the extrusion direction: 4,400 MPa)

• excellent thermostability

• good dimensional stability

• high impact strength

• weathering resistance, which can be further improved by painting

Applications
EUROPLEX® GV 181 sheets are used wherever both weight (only half as heavy as aluminum) and high dimensional stability are of major concern (structural components, paneling, etc.). In fuselage construction (helicopter manufacture), this property provides convincing advantages. The lower weight can also result in fuel savings. The sheets are also used in building construction and for molded parts that have to meet load-bearing requirements.