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Grey PVC Extruded Sheets
Easy to machine Grey PVC sheets, economical choice
U-PVC extruded sheets are stocked in white and grey in a smooth finish. White has a strong presence in the display and hygienic market, whilst offering an alternative to grey for fabrication use. PVC Extruded Sheets have a maximum long term service temperature of plus 60°C and a melting point of around plus 75°C.
PVC Sheeting is also an excellent electrical insulator and can be used to protect electrical components. PVC Sheets also have very low moisture absorption, helping keep components stable in a damp or wet atmosphere. Only PVC Sheeting has a very good chemical and acid resistance making it a great product where acid resistance is a necessity.
We also stock White PVC Extruded sheets.
PVC — bonding, machining, chemical and wear properties
Is PVC considered easy or difficult to bond?
PVC is considered easy to bond. The following plastics are also generally considered easy to bond:
- Nylon 6
- Nylon 6.6
- PEEK
- PVC
- Polyurethane
- Tufnol
- Acrylic
- Polycarbonate
- ABS
The following plastics are considered difficult to bond:
- Acetal
- Delrin
- Oilon
- HDPE
- Polypropylene
- PTFE
- RG1000
- UHMWPE
- PVDF
Is PVC considered easy to machine?
PVC is generally considered easy to machine. It is commonly machined to a similar degree of difficulty as:
- Acetal
- Delrin
- Cast Nylon 6
- Nylon 6.6
- Oilon
- HDPE
- PEEK
- RG1000
- Tufnol
- UHMWPE
Is PVC considered good for chemical resistance?
Yes — PVC is considered good for chemical resistance. Other plastics with good chemical resistance include:
- Acetal
- HDPE
- Polypropylene
- PTFE
- PEEK
- RG1000
- UHMWPE
Is PVC considered to have good wear resistance?
PVC is not classed as a high wear resistant plastic. Plastics known for higher wear resistance include:
- Delrin
- Nylon 6
- Nylon 6.6
- Oilon
- HDPE
- Polypropylene
- Polyurethane
- PEEK
- RG1000
- Whale Tufnol
- UHMWPE
- PET
Operating temperature of PVC
Long-term: 60 degrees centigrade (60 °C).
Short-term: 80 degrees centigrade (80 °C).
Long-term is typically between 5,000-20,000 hours operating at this temperature without losing more than 50% of performance. Short-term typically means up to 2 hours at any one time.
If you are buying online, payments can be made securely by credit or debit card and PayPal.
Yes. Just contact us if you have a VAT exemption certificate, or are ordering from outside the UK.
Yes, callers are welcome at any of our trade counters in Leeds.
We keep our prices as low as possible by providing a web service. If you need some advice about choosing plastic our sales team will be able to help you on 0113 249 2222 or via email service@theplasticpeople.co.uk. However, to benefit from the low prices on our site you will need to place your order online.
Our standard delivery service operates through mainland UK and is free for orders over £100. If your order cannot be delivered using our standard service we will advise you. If you live outside of mainland UK your delivery charge will be shown before you checkout: it will be either £20 or £25 depending on the size of your order.
We send out orders once payment has been received. For Cut To Size orders this is next day; for Orders with optional extras this is around 5-7 business days.
As soon as we despatch your order we will email to let you know and tell you which courier is bringing it. We normally use either UK Mail or TNT. You can track your order via their websites by entering your Order Reference number and postcode:
Track and Trace - UK Mail
Track and Trace - TNT
Our couriers will also email you to let you know delivery details.
Our trade counters in Leeds and Newcastle are open Monday - Friday 08:00 – 16:00. Callers are welcome – you can view our materials before buying or come to collect. If you come to collect your order we will make no packing / delivery charge.
Protective Films
All plastic sheet products will have a Clear, Blue or White protective film on both sides or a combination of all three. This is to protect during transit and needs removing before usage. Sometimes it can be difficult to peel off but use a thumbnail gently on any corner to lift and peel. Alternatively gently wet any corner with a cloth to separate film and peel.
Adhesives & Sealants
When using any adhesives or sealants with your plastic sheet product great care must be taken in ensuring its compatibility. Some products can react adversely and either not bond/seal properly or would cause the acrylic to cloud or become white at the bond line. Refer to our web pages for advice if unsure. Check your sealant/adhesives ‘use by date’ to ensure its still current for best performance in your project.
Delivery Damages
You have 14 days from receiving your order to report any visible damages. Please email a photograph of the damage along with your order number and contact details as soon as possible to service@theplasticpeople.co.uk. We'll arrange a refund or replacement for you as soon as we receive this. Please keep your packaging and do not use the damaged goods, so they can be collected and returned to us if necessary.
