Lexan

[FranM]

LEXAN polycarbonate sheet, 24 in. x 18 in., is a perfect glass substitute. Polycarbonate sheet maintains glass-like clarity and is highly impact resistant and strong. LEXAN is approximately 250 times stronger than glass. It can be used for a variety of household projects, including replacement windows, garage windows, and storm doors. This size is also a great fit for see-through cabinet doors in kitchens and bathrooms to picture frame glass. Other applications include security and vandal protection. Its protective UV coating and its insulating property also make it a reliable glass alternative. Polycarbonate is lightweight and cuts easily with common tools (not included), making it easy to work with during installation—a plastic cutting blade for a circular saw is recommended.

So even with the UV coating, Lexan is still aquarium safe (do you know)?

Thanks again.

[bookpage]

Hope this will help: http://www.hydrosight.com/technology/po ... crylic.php

[FranM]

Thanks, bookpage. Lots to know about each. I'm still wondering if lexan leeches any toxic chemicals, but then people make tanks out of Lexan, so it must be safe.

[Ardillakilla]

There is concern about BPA in polycarbonate. I've also read that it doesn't bond well and is therefore unsuitable for aquarium use.