Low-temperature impact-resistant polycarbonates for harsh outdoor network devices and beyond
Connected anytime, anywhere
With the rapid advancements of AI, cloud computing, and emerging 6G technologies, the Internet has become as indispensable to modern life as air and water. From snowfields to forests and coastlines, seamless network coverage enables people to access high-speed internet, no matter where they are.
Yet maintaining a stable outdoor network environment comes with critical challenges, foremost among them being extreme weather conditions that demand higher reliability from equipment.
To meet these challenges, we developed a whole portfolio of low-temperature, impact-resistant polycarbonate solution featuring a unique, innovative formulation. Engineered to withstand extreme temperatures and harsh weather, this material provides reliable protection for critical network device and new energy equipment.
Reliable performance in extreme cold and broad temperature ranges
In extreme environments with temperatures as low as -40°C, standard plastics can become brittle and are prone to fractures. Our low-temperature impact-resistant polycarbonate stands out for its exceptional toughness, providing reliable protection for critical equipment components in challenging conditions.
Designed to endure extreme temperature fluctuations (from -40°C to 85°C), our polycarbonate maintains superior mechanical performance and dimensional stability. This resilience ensures reliable, long-term performance, supporting stable operations in demanding outdoor network applications.
Durable against salt spray corrosion and humid heat aging
Coastal and tropical environments challenge materials with persistent salt spray, high humidity and high temperature conditions, often compromising their performance and leading to network failures. Covestro low-temperature outdoor polycarbonate is developed to withstand such challenges, as confirmed through our internal testing.
In high-concentration salt spray environments, our polycarbonate demonstrated exceptional resistance showing no signs of aging or performance decline even after hundreds of hours. This durability makes it an ideal solution for coastal communication facilities, offshore platforms, and port equipment, effectively reducing the risk of corrosion-related failures.
Even under extreme conditions of 85°C and 85% relative humidity, our polycarbonate retains its strength and mechanical performance, ensuring reliable and consistent performance in tropical climates and other demanding environments.
Beyond materials: value-added technical expertise to enhance your products
We go beyond providing materials by offering value-added technical solutions throughout the entire application development cycle. From part and mold design guidance to radio frequency (RF) optimization, our expertise ensures exceptional product performance and enhanced signal transmission.
Additionally, our CMF (Color, Material, and Finish) capabilities offer a broad range of design possibilities, providing greater design flexibility and diverse color options. This empowers customers to create visually appealing equipment with aesthetics that integrate seamlessly into their surroundings.
Renewable solutions: cutting carbon footprints drop-in solution without compromising on high performance
We provide Makrolon® RE portfolio, made with bio-circular attributed share and certified by ISCC PLUS, the polycarbonate significantly reduces carbon footprints while delivers the same performance as fossil-based alternatives, empowering customers to meet their low-carbon goals.
Key benefits
- Impact-resistant Excellent impact-resistance in broad temperature range, even at -40°C
- Weather ability Outstanding protection against salt spray corrosion
- Humid heat resistance Maintains superior mechanical performance in extreme 85°C and 85% humidity conditions.
- Technology expertise Technical guidance across the entire application development cycle.
- Low-carbon Makrolon® RE significantly reduces carbon footprint while maintaining high performance
