The G.E. Lexan Corrugated panel is the product of choice for cost effective, high light transmitting, long lasting greenhouse coverings. Suitable for both gable and Quonset style greenhouses, Lexan Corrugated sheet is inexpensive and easy to install with simple woodworking tools. Lightweight and tough, it can be cold formed to gentle curves or rolled up for easy handling. Made from Lexan polycarbonate a high performance GE engineering thermoplastic Lexan Corrugated sheet offers the clarity of glass, transmitting up to 90% of visible light while filtering out harmful ultraviolet light. Its proprietary integral UV resistance is backed by a 1O-year limited warranty against yellowing and loss of light transmission. Lexan Corrugated sheet provides much longer service life than polyethylene or fiberglass while optimizing the amount ofvisible light for your crop. Its durability and high impact resistance reduce risk of breakage before, during and after installation. Lexan Corrugated Greenhouse Covering provides the crystal clarity you associate with glass, without the heavy weight, high cost and risk of breakage. 

Width: 27" and 51" Gauge: 30 Mils Nominal / Length: Min. 8', Max. 40'

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Excellent UV Resistance: Lexan Corrugated sheet is exceptionally resistant to weathering. Using proprietary GE technology, Lexan Corrugated sheet is manufactured with an integral layer protecting the sheet from the damaging effects of sunlight. It will remain clear and non-yellowing for many years with minimal deterioration. Light transmittance for clear Lexan Corrugated sheet, the most important criterion for growers, remains at 90% even through accelerated Q.U.V. tests.

Reduced Ultraviolet Transmission: Lexan Corrugated sheet is grower friendly. While it transmits a high portion of visible light, it is essentially opaque to ultraviolet light at wave lengths below 385 nanometers.Lexan Corrugated sheet blocks out the harmful UV light.

High Light Transmission: Clear Lexan Corrugated sheet transmits visible light as well as glass, providing an optimal growing environment. Up to 90% of visible light.

High Impact Strength: With 20 times the impact resistance of fiberglass and over 40 times the impact resistance of glass or acrylic , Lexan Corrugated sheet resists hail, wind and vandalism. At a thickness of .033, Lexan Corrugated sheet can withstand over 240 inch-pounds of impact. This equates to a 3/4" hailstone falling at 96 miles per hour! Lexan Corrugated sheet maintains this superior impact resistance at temperatures ranging from -40F to 250F

Thermally Insulating: Lexan Corrugated sheet can help save energy because of its thermal insulating capability. Compared to fiberglass, which has a U value of 1.56, Lexan Corrugated sheet insulates with a U value of 1.2. As an example, this means that a greenhouse located in Denver, Colorado, would save an average of 300 gallons of oil annually for each 1000 sq. ft. of glazing with Lexan Corrugated sheet over fiberglass. Using an energy curtain/ blanket, the U value of Lexan Corrugated sheet is .70 equal to double polyethylene film.

Chemically Stable: Although Lexan Corrugated sheet is unharmed by many chemical substances, it is important to avoid contact with adhesives, paints or solvents which are incompatible with polycarbonate. Chemicals to avoid include:benzene, gasoline, acetone, and carbontetrachloride, among others. Only recommended cleaners should be used to clean Lexan Corrugated sheet (see Cleaning). When considering shade and thermal cloths, it is important not to use vinyl materials which are incompatible with polycarbonate. Polyester shade cloths such as those sold by Wadsworth Control Systems* are acceptable, provided they are installed according to manufacturer's specifications. For other cloths, please contact GE Technical Marketing prior to using. Although many of the commercially available shading compounds can bc used with Lexan Corrugated sheet, care must be taken to apply compounds that are compatible with polycarbonate. Prior to applying the substance to the greenhouse, it is best to test the compound you are considering in a non-critical location to ensure that it can be removed from the Lexan Corrugated sheet. For specific product information, please contact GE Technical Marketing.

Low Flammability: Lexan Corrugated sheet meets the requirements of an approved light-transmitting plastic as described by all three model building codes (ICBO, BOCA and SBCCI). These include ASTM D 635, D 1929 and D 2843. Lexan Corrugated sheet exhibits superior flammability performance when compared to typical fibre reinforced polyester (FRP) and acrylic sheet materials.

Light Weight: Lexan Corrugated sheet reduces labor costs because its light weight simplifies handling, transportation and installation particularly of long spans in high places. Lexan Corrugated sheet is only one-quarter the weight of greenhouse glass on a square-foot basis. Lexan Corrugated sheet can be used on both gable and quonset-style greenhouses. Easy-to-install panels can be attached directly to the greenhouse frame using one of the recommended fastener methods.

Sheet Orientation: Install Lexan Corrugated sheet with the UV protected side facing out (exposed to the weather) as indicated by the sticker affixed to the UV-protected side of each sheet. To facilitate removal, remove sticker immediately after installation. Always position Lexan Corrugated sheet so that the ribs run vertically.

Overlaps: On horizontal overlaps, the upper sheet should overlap the lower sheet by 3" to 4". Vertical overlap should be a single corrugation and should be overlapped in the direction of the prevailing wind. Since the finished width of Lexan Corrugated sheet is 51";, the yield from a sheet is 48

Storage: Lexan Corrugated sheet should be stored on a flat surface out of direct sunlight. Do not stand or place heavy objects on the sheet.

Cutting: Lexan Corrugated sheet can be cut with a variety of common hand-held and table-mounted equipment. In general, sharp tooling with fine cutting teeth should be used to minimize vibration and clatter Sheets should be properly supported along the trim line before cutting.  

Circular Saws: Use a fine-tooth, hollow ground panel blade with 10-12 teeth per inch. Sabre saws equipped with a fine-tooth blade can also be used, but proper support is recommended.

Drilling: Drill with a high-speed steel or carbide-tipped twist drill. Drill holes slightly larger than the fastener to allow for expansion and contraction (e.g., drill a 1/4" hole for a 3/16" screw). Place holes at twice the fastener diameter or 1/2" from the edge of the sheet, whichever is greater.

Accessories: A number of different accessories are available to simplify installation of Lexan Corrugated sheet . Self-drilling, self-tapping screws with neoprene washers are for aluminums or steel substructures; wood grip screws are for wood sub- structures. Self-tapping screws with sharp points should be used with no-drip spacers. All-aluminum Bulb-TiteTM * rivets with EDPM washers and low clamp-up pressure (80 lbs. or less), such as those made by Olympic Fastening Systems, can be used to join the sheets

Sealing: To seal the pitched-roof ridge from the elements, a ridge cap may be formed from aluminum or other suitable material . The ridge cap should be sealed with foam weather seal. Foamed or wood closures may be used at the ridge peak and gutter to seal the greenhouse. Closures should have a profile and be made of materials compatible with Lexan Corrugated sheet. Use a high-quality, compatible sealant such as silicone rubber to seal holes or overlaps.

Cleaning: Clean Lexan Corrugated sheet with any mild soap or detergent and warm water, using a soft cloth or sponge. Abrasive cleansers, brushes or squeegees should not be used. The following cleaning agents have been found compatible with Lexan Corrugated sheet. The manufacturer's recommendations and instructions should be followed. Joy: Top Job: Freon T.E. : Palmolive Liquid

Warranted to Perform: Manufactured by GE Plastics, the inventor and polycarbonate technology leader for over a quarter-century, Lexan Corrugated sheet is backed by a 1O-year limited warranty' against yellowing and loss of light transmission.

Materials Technology Backed By Hands-On Support: Lexan Corrugated sheet's design versatility, outstanding physical properties and long-term durability outperform other greenhouse materials. When you specify Lexan Corrugated sheet, you capitalize on polycarbonate technology backed by unmatched technical support. From initial concept through design, fabrication and end use, GE Plastics is a working partner in innovation.

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