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PALSHIELD™ (OLD)

PALSHIELD™ BALLISTIC-GRADE FLAT POLYCARBONATE SHEET

Ballistic-grade polycarbonate for security applications

The PALSHIELD ballistic polycarbonate product line is available with different levels of ballistics and forced-entry protection to meet a variety of safety and security applications. Due to its layered, laminated structure, PALSHIELD sheets can withstand both physical attacks and multi-shot ballistic assaults by absorbing impact energy without shattering or spalling.  Architects, engineers, and building owners trust PALSHIELD to withstand extreme threats even while maintaining its aesthetic quality.

Nearly half the weight of glass, PALSHIELD also features an abrasion-resistant coating, which ensures long-term, glass-like clarity.

Construction & ArchitectureConstruction & ArchitectureSafety & SecuritySafety & Security

Main Benefits

  • No spall design

  • Abrasion-resistant surface

  • Complies with various ballistic and forced entry standards

  • Low weight—nearly half the weight of glass equivalents

  • Clear—good optical quality

  • Colors: clear, bronze, grey

Typical Applications

  • Security glazing in banks and government facilities

  • Public institutions

  • Gas stations and convenience stores

  • Drive-up windows

  • Ticket booths and kiosks

  • Law enforcement, prisons, and detention centers

  • Industrial ballistic polycarbonate sheets

Reinforced, Layered Polycarbonate Structure

Reinforced, Layered Polycarbonate Structure

Projects

Bank Teller Windows

PALSHIELD instills a greater confidence level in employees so they can focus on providing a better customer experience.

Security Kiosks and Check Points

Whether bullet-resistance or forced-entry protection, PALSHIELD ensures the safety of personnel and systems.

Secure Window Glazing

Combined with the appropriate glazing profile designs, PALSHIELD can withstand extreme security threats.

Product Details

Dimensions

Product Availability*

Forced Entry ProductsProtection LevelThickness in. (mm)Plieslbs./ft² (kg/m²)Light Transmission
Palshield FE 375ASTM F1915-05 - Security Grade Level 2
HPW 0500.03 Level A ballistics (.38 special)		.375" (9.5mm)22.4 (11.7)86%
Palshield FE 500ASTM F1915-05 - Security Grade Level 2
HPW 0500.03 Level A ballistics (.38 special)		.500" (12.7mm)33.3 (16.1)83%
Palshield FE 750ASTM F1915-05 - Security Grade Level 1
HTW 0500.03 Level B Balllistics (9mm)		.750" (19mm)34.9 (23.9)77%

Ballistic ProductsProtection LevelThickness in. (mm)Plieslbs./ft² (kg/m²)Light Transmission
Palshield UL1-750*UL 752 Level 1† - 9mm 3 shots.750" (19mm)34.9 (23.9)88%
Palshield UL2-1000UL 752 Level 2†† - .357 3 shots1.0" (25.4mm)46.5 (31.7)72%
Palshield UL3-1250UL 752 Level 3†† - .44 Mag 3 shots ASTM F1915-05 Security Grade Level 1 ASTM 1233-08 Class V (Body)1.25" (32mm)48.1 (39.5)67%
Palshield UL6-1250*UL 752 Level 6†† - High Velocity 9mm 5 shots Supplemental shotgun 1 shot1.25" (32mm)48.1 (39.5)78%

 

* Contains Acrylic

† Tested by an accredited independent lab according to UL specs.

†† UL-listed - File #BP21163

Colors & Finishes

Colors

ColorsClear, Bronze, Grey

Physical Properties

PropertyConditions
(U.S. Customary)		ASTM MethodUnits - SI
(U.S. Customary)		Value
(U.S. Customary)
Physical
DensityD-1505g/cm³ (lb/ft³)1.2 (75)
Water Absorption24 hr. @ 23°CD-570%0.15
Mechanical
Tensile strength at yield10 mm/min (0.4 in./min)D-638MPa (psi) 62 (9,000)
Tensile strength at break10 mm/min (0.4 in./min)D-638MPa (psi)65 (9500)
Elongation at yield10 mm/min (0.4 in./min)D-638%6
Elongation at break10 mm/min (0.4 in./min)D-638%110
Tensile Modulus of Elasticity10 mm/min (0.4 in. /min)D-638MPa (psi)2,378 (345,000)
Flexural Modulus1.3 mm/min (0.05 in./min)D-790MPa (psi)2,378 (345,000)
Flexural Strength at Yield1.3 mm/min (0.05 in./min)D-790MPa (psi)93 (13,500)
Notch Impact Strength Izod23°C (73°F)D-256J/m (ft·lbf/in.)800 (15)
Notch Impact Strength Charpy23°C (73°F)D-256J/m (ft·lbf/in)800 (15)
Impact Falling Weight3 mm (0.12 in.) SheetISO-6603/1bJ (ft·lbf)158 (117)
Rockwell HardnessD-785R scale / M scale125 / 70
Abrasion (Taber Process)100 Cycles, CS-10S Wheel, 500gD-1044% Haze<4.0
Compressive Strength1.3 mm/min (.05 in./min)D-695MPa (psi)86 (12,500)
Compressive Modulus1.3 mm/min (.05 in./min)D-695MPa (psi)2378 (345,000)
Shear strength at Yield1.3 mm/min (.05 in./min)D-732MPa (psi)41 (6000)
Shear strength at Break1.3 mm/min (.05 in./min)D-732MPa (psi)68 (10,000)
Shear Modulus1.3 mm/min (.05 in./min)D-732MPa (psi)786 (114,000)
Thermal
Long Term Service Temperature°C (°F)-75 to +100 (-175 to +212)
Short Term Service Temperature°C (°F)-75 to +120 (-175 to +250)
Heat Deflection TemperatureLoad: 1.82 Mpa (264 psi)D-648°C (°F)132 (270)
Vicat Softening TemperatureLoad: 1 kg (2.2 lb)D-1525°C (°F)150 (300)
Coefficient of Linear
Thermal Expansion		D-69610-⁵/°C (10-⁵/°F)6.5 (3.6)
Thermal ConductivityC-177W/m°K (Btu-in./hr-ft²-°F)0.21 (1.46)
Specific Heat CapacityC-351kJ/kg°K (Btu/lb°F)1.26 (0.31)
Optical
Light TransmissionD-1003%See Product Data Sheet
Refractive IndexClear SheetD-5421.59
Electrical
Dielectric Constant50 HzD-1503
1 MHzD-1502.9
Dissipation Factor50 HzD-1500.9
1 MHzD-15011
Dielectric Strength Short Time500 V/sD-149kV/mm (V/mil)>30 (>770)
Surface ResistanceKetleyD-257Ohm5.1x10^15
Volume ResistanceKetleyD-257Ohm-cm1.3x10^17

Technical Data

Regulatory Code Compliance Certification

OrganizationStandard
Classification
ANSI
Z97.1-09
Approved Impact and Weathering
CPSC
16 CFR 1201
Category I or II

Testing Std. Reference
Standard and Year
Title / Description
ASTM
F1233-08
Standard Test Method for Security Glazing Materials and Systems
ASTM
F1915-05
Standard Test Method for Glazing for Detention Facilities
HP White
TP-0500-.03
Transparent Material for Use in Forced Entry or Containment Barriers
UL
752
Bullet Resistant Equipment

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