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July 25, 2007
Chemical Resistance - Polycarbonate
The chemical resistance of a polymer (polycarbonate) describes its ability to maintain mechanical integrity
while being exposed to specific chemical environments. Temperature, chemical concentration,
state of mechanical stress, and duration of exposure are key variables that influence the ultimate performance
of polycarbonate in a particular environment.
Given these many critical variables, the final classification of "suitable for use" is largely dependent upon
the application. The information contained in the following chart can be used only as a guide in assessing
the general suitability of polycarbonate for a particular application. The prospective user must
determine, by suitable testing, the correct application of our product in their particular application.
Please consult Fibox directly should you have any questions.
The following environmental resistance ratings are based upon submersion for 48 hours
in the reagent listed. E-Excellent, G-Good, L-Limited, U-Unsatisfactory, and ND-No Data.
Acetic Acid G Ammonium Oxalate E
Acetic Acid 20% E Ammonium Persulfate E
Acetic Acid 80% G Ammonium Phosphate,Dibasic E
Acetic Acid, Glacial G Ammonium Sulfate E
Acetic Anhydribe U Ammonium Sulfite ND
Acetone U Amyl Acetate U
Acetyl Chloride (dry) U Amyl Alcohol G
Acetylene U Aniline U
Acrylonitrile U Aniline Hydrochloride U
Alcohols:Amyl G Antimony Trichloride E
Alcohols:Butyl E Aqua Regia (80% HCI, 20% HN03) U
Alcohols:Ethyl G Arsenic Acid E
Alcohols:Isobutyl ND Barium Carbonate E
Alcohols:Isopropyl E Barium Chloride E
Alcohols:Methyl G Barium Hydroxide U
Aluminum Chloride E Barium Nitrate U
Aluminum Chloride 20% E Barium Sulfate U
Aluminum Hydroxide G Beer E
Aluminum Nitrate E Benzaldehyde U
Aluminum Potassium Sulfate 10% E Benzene U
Aluminum Postasium Sulfate 100% E Benzene Sulfonic Acid U
Aluminum Sulfate E Benzoic Acid G
Amines U Benzol U
Ammonia 10% U Benzonitrile E
Ammonia Nitrate G Boric Acid G
Ammonia, anhydrous U Bromine L
Ammonia, liquid U Butadiene U
Ammonium Carbonate ND Butane U
Ammonium Chloride E Butanol (Butyl Alcohol) G
Ammonium Hydroxide U Butyl Amine U
Ammonium Nitrate ND Butyl Phthalate U
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July 25, 2007
Chemical Resistance - Polycarbonate
The chemical resistance of a polymer (polycarbonate) describes it's ability to maintain mechanical integrity
while being exposed to specific chemical environments. Temperature, chemical concentration,
state of mechanical stress, and duration of exposure are key variables that influence the ultimate performance
of polycarbonate in a particular environment.
Given these many critical variables, the final classification of "suitable for use" is largely dependent upon
the application. The information contained in the following chart can be used only as a guide in assessing
the general suitability of polycarbonate for a particular application. The prospective user must
determine, by suitable testing, the correct application of our product in their particular application.
Please consult Fibox directly should you have any questions.
The following environmental resistance ratings are based upon submersion for 48 hours
in the reagent listed. E-Excellent, G-Good, L-Limited, U-Unsatisfactory, and ND-No Data.
Butylacetate U Clorox® (Bleach) G
Butylene U Copper Cyanide U
Butyric Acid U Copper Nitrate U
Calcium Bisulfate U Copper Sulfate >5% E
Calcium Bisulfite U Copper Sulfate 5% E
Calcium Carbonate L Cresols U
Calcium Chlorate ND Cresylic Acid U
Calcium Chloride G Cupric Acid E
Calcium Hydroxide U Cyclohexane G
Calcium Hypochlorite U Cyclohexanone U
Calcium Nitrate E Detergents E
Calcium Sulfate E Diacetone Alcohol U
Carbolic Acid (Phenol) U Dichlorobenzene U
Carbon Disulfide U Dichloroethane U
Carbon Monoxide G Diesel Fuel E
Carbon Tetrachloride U Diethyl Ether U
Carbonic Acid E Diethylamine U
Chloric Acid ND Diethylene Glyco G
Chlorine (dry) L Dimethyl Aniline U
Chlorine Water ND Dimethyl Formamide U
Chlorine,Anhydrous Liquid L Epsom Salts (Magnesium Sulfate) E
Chloroacetic Acid U Ethane ND
Chlorobenzene (Mono) U Ethanol G
Chloroform U Ethyl Acetate U
Chlorosulfonic Acid L Ethyl Benzoate U
Chocolate Syrup E Ethyl Chloride U
Chromic Acid 10% G Ethylene Bromide U
Chromic Acid 30% L Ethylene Chloride U
Chromic Acid 5% G Ethylene Chlorohydrin U
Chromic Acid 50% U Ethylene Diamine E
Citric Acid E Ethylene Dichloride U
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Fibox Enclosures Tel: 410-760-9696
810 Cromwell Park Drive Fax: 410-760-8686
Suite R Email: sales@fiboxusa.com
Glen Burnie, MD 21061 www.fiboxusa.com
July 25, 2007
Chemical Resistance - Polycarbonate
The chemical resistance of a polymer (polycarbonate) describes it's ability to maintain mechanical integrity
while being exposed to specific chemical environments. Temperature, chemical concentration,
state of mechanical stress, and duration of exposure are key variables that influence the ultimate performance
of polycarbonate in a particular environment.
Given these many critical variables, the final classification of "suitable for use" is largely dependent upon
the application. The information contained in the following chart can be used only as a guide in assessing
the general suitability of polycarbonate for a particular application. The prospective user must
determine, by suitable testing, the correct application of our product in their particular application.
Please consult Fibox directly should you have any questions.
The following environmental resistance ratings are based upon submersion for 48 hours
in the reagent listed. E-Excellent, G-Good, L-Limited, U-Unsatisfactory, and ND-No Data.
Ethylene Glycol G Hydrofluoric Acid 75% U
Ethylene Oxide L Hydrogen Gas E
Fatty Acids G Hydrogen Peroxide 10% E
Ferric Chloride E Hydrogen Peroxide 100% E
Ferric Nitrate E Hydrogen Peroxide 30% E
Ferric sulfate E Hydrogen Peroxide 50% E
Ferrous Chloride U Hydrogen Sulfide (aqua) E
Ferrous Sulfate E Hydrogen Sulfide (dry) ND
Fluorine L Isooctane G
Fluosilicic Acid E Isopropyl Acetate U
Formaldehyde 100% E Isopropyl Ether U
Formaldehyde 40% E Jet Fuel (JP3,JP4,JP5) E
Formic Acid E Kerosene U
Fuel Oils G Ketones U
Gasoline (high-aromatic) E Lacquer Thinners G
Gasoline,leaded,ref. E Lacquers U
Gasoline,unleaded E Lactic Acid G
Glucose E Lead Sulfamate E
Glycerin E Lithium Chloride G
Heptane G Lithium Hydroxide U
Hexane G Lubricants E
Hydraulic Oil (Petro) ND Lye:Ca(OH)2 Calcium Hydroxide U
Hydraulic Oil (Synthetic) ND Lye:KOH Potassium Hydroxide U
Hydrazine U Lye:NaOH Sodium Hydroxide U
Hydrochloric Acid 100% U Magnesium Bisulfate E
Hydrochloric Acid 20% G Magnesium Carbonate E
Hydrochloric Acid 37% U Magnesium Chloride E
Hydrocyanic Acid (Gas 10%) G Magnesium Hydroxide E
Hydrofluoric Acid 100% U Magnesium Nitrate E
Hydrofluoric Acid 20% U Magnesium Sulfate (Epsom Salts) E
Hydrofluoric Acid 50% U Manganese Sulfate E
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Fibox Enclosures Tel: 410-760-9696
810 Cromwell Park Drive Fax: 410-760-8686
Suite R Email: sales@fiboxusa.com
Glen Burnie, MD 21061 www.fiboxusa.com
July 25, 2007
Chemical Resistance - Polycarbonate
The chemical resistance of a polymer (polycarbonate) describes it's ability to maintain mechanical integrity
while being exposed to specific chemical environments. Temperature, chemical concentration,
state of mechanical stress, and duration of exposure are key variables that influence the ultimate performance
of polycarbonate in a particular environment.
Given these many critical variables, the final classification of "suitable for use" is largely dependent upon
the application. The information contained in the following chart can be used only as a guide in assessing
the general suitability of polycarbonate for a particular application. The prospective user must
determine, by suitable testing, the correct application of our product in their particular application.
Please consult Fibox directly should you have any questions.
The following environmental resistance ratings are based upon submersion for 48 hours
in the reagent listed. E-Excellent, G-Good, L-Limited, U-Unsatisfactory, and ND-No Data.
Mercuric Chloride (dilute) E Oils:Mineral G
Mercurous Nitrate E Oils:Olive E
Mercury U Oils:Orange L
Methane G Oils:Pine E
Methanol (Methyl Alcohol) G Ozone E
Methyl Alcohol 10% G Pentane E
Methyl Butyl Ketone U Perchloroethylene U
Methyl Cellosolve U Phenol (10%) G
Methyl Chloride U Phenol (Carbolic Acid) U
Methyl Ethyl Ketone U Phosphoric Acid (>40%) E
Methyl Isobutyl Ketone U Phosphoric Acid (crude) E
Methyl Isopropyl Ketone U Phosphoric Acid (molten) ND
Methyl Methacrylate U Phosphoric Acid (_40%) E
Mineral Spirits L Phosphoric Acid Anhydride U
Motor oil E Phosphorus Trichloride L
Naphtha G Photographic Developer E
Nickel Chloride E Photographic Solutions E
Nickel Nitrate U Phthalic Anhydride E
Nickel Sulfate E Potassium Bromide E
Nitrating Acid (