Opal polycarbonate, also known as Lexan, is a popular substitute for traditional glass in lightboxes and signage. In construction, cars, caravans and boats, polycarbonate panels are often used as privacy glazing, because they are virtually unbreakable. Opal polycarbonate has a light transmission of 22 – 44 % and evenly spreads the incoming light. Polycarbonate is fully suited as replacement for glass and it has two added advantages: it weighs half as much as glass and it’s 250 times more impact resistant. Like other sheets, white opal polycarbonate sheets can be cut to your desired size and will be ready for delivery as soon as possible. In our range we offer clear polycarbonate and tinted polycarbonate sheets.
Opal polycarbonate appears white but still allows 22 – 44 % of light through. This panel is ideal for privacy glazing, but you can also use it for an illuminated advertising sign, lightbox or light cube. Because the opal polycarbonate panel is evenly coloured, the light is very nicely distributed and you can create a really eye-catching piece.
We offer opal white polycarbonate in sheet thicknesses of 2, 3, 4 and 5 mm. In our webshop, you will find polycarbonate sheets in a range of colours: clear, opal, grey and brown tinted. Always choose clear polycarbonate if you’re using polycarbonate as a replacement for clear traditional glass.
Tip: Do you want to use opal white polycarbonate for privacy glazing? Choose a sheet thickness of at least 4 mm. For glazing from 1.5 m², it is advisable to choose a minimum sheet thickness of 6 mm.
Opal white polycarbonate diffuses light while retaining the toughness of clear PC—ideal for canopies, light boxes and privacy panels. Keep these practical notes in mind for a clean, safe result:
Example:
You want to use a polycarbonate sheet as balcony glazing and the sheet is 2 metres wide. The outside temperatures can vary from -15 ° to + 35 ° Celsius, giving a temperature difference of 50 ° Celsius on a panel of 2 metres. The expansion degree is then (2 metres * 0.065) * 50 degrees = 6.5 mm.
Opal polycarbonate sheets combine the toughness of clear PC with soft light diffusion—perfect when you want brightness without glare or direct visibility.
Keep your plastics panels clear and streak-free with a light-touch routine—no harsh tools or chemicals needed.
Simple routine:
What to avoid:
If scratches appear:
Tip: Are you going to machine polish polycarbonate? Read our blog: Polishing polycarbonate sheet
Our opal polycarbonate sheet price is straightforward and competitive: from about £43/m² for 2 mm, £66/m² for 3 mm, £93/m² for 4 mm and £111/m² for 5 mm. Prices are shown per m² and vary by thickness; every panel is cut to your size.
Order polycarbonate sheets easily and quickly in the colour opal white. We will cut the sheets for you. You will receive the order as soon as possible and we will send you updates about the status of your order via email.
Any questions about opal polycarbonate?
Would you like more information about opal-coloured polycarbonate sheets? View our frequently asked questions page or ask our customer services team.
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