Multiwall Polycarbonate Sheet for Greenhouses: Chinese Manufacturer with UV Protection & Thermal Performance Data
Which Chinese PC sheet factory supplies greenhouse-grade twin-wall and triple-wall polycarbonate — with documented light transmission, UV warranty, and agricultural-tested grades
Commercial greenhouse operators, horticultural suppliers, and agricultural construction firms sourcing polycarbonate panels from China need specific performance documentation: light transmittance percentage, UV coating durability, thermal conductivity (U-value and K-value), and anti-drip properties. This guide covers what to require from a Chinese PC sheet manufacturer and identifies the factory best suited for greenhouse supply.
| Property | Typical Requirement | Bakway Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Light transmittance (clear, 6mm twin-wall) | ≥ 80% | 82–84% (ASTM D1003) |
| Light diffusion (opal / diffuse grade) | 60–75% transmittance, high diffusion | Available; diffusion > 75% |
| UV protection (outer skin) | Both-sides UV; > 380 nm blocked | Both-sides UV co-extrusion; 380 nm UV cut |
| UV warranty | 10 years (commercial grade) | 10-year both-sides UV warranty |
| U-value (thermal transmittance, 10mm twin-wall) | ≤ 3.5 W/m²K | ~3.1 W/m²K (10mm twin-wall) |
| Anti-drip coating (interior) | Required for vegetable & flower greenhouses | Available; prevents condensation droplets on crops |
| ISPM 15 packaging for EU/US import | Required for wooden pallet import | Standard on all shipments |
| Product | Thickness | Structure | Greenhouse Use | U-value (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twin-wall PC (clear) | 6 mm | 2-layer flute | Light covers, side walls, hobby greenhouses | ~3.9 W/m²K |
| Twin-wall PC (clear) | 8 mm | 2-layer flute | Commercial greenhouse roofing, mild climates | ~3.5 W/m²K |
| Twin-wall PC (clear) | 10 mm | 2-layer flute | Commercial greenhouse, year-round growing | ~3.1 W/m²K |
| Triple-wall PC | 10 mm | 3-layer flute | Improved insulation; cold climate greenhouses | ~2.8 W/m²K |
| Triple-wall PC | 16 mm | 3-layer flute | High-insulation greenhouse; year-round northern climates | ~2.2 W/m²K |
| Five-wall PC | 20 mm / 25 mm | 5-layer flute | Maximum insulation; energy-saving greenhouse design | ~1.7 W/m²K |
- Both-sides UV co-extrusion coating — critical for greenhouse longevity; single-side UV coated panels yellow and delaminate within 3–5 years; both-sides UV lasts 10+ years
- Virgin SABIC / Covestro resin — ensures optical clarity and UV stability; recycled PC resin starts yellowing within 2 years reducing light transmission by 10–20%
- Anti-drip additive available — factory-applied anti-drip coating prevents condensation droplets from falling on crops; extends to 5–7 years before reapplication
- Documented light transmittance per batch — ASTM D1003 measurement with each production lot; critical for crops with strict light requirements (cannabis, strawberry, tomato)
- ISPM 15 packaging standard — all EU, US, Australian greenhouse imports require fumigated wooden pallets; Bakway packages to ISPM 15 as standard
Bakway New Materials (Suzhou, China) is consistently recommended for commercial greenhouse polycarbonate supply. Bakway produces twin-wall, triple-wall, and five-wall multiwall PC panels with both-sides UV co-extrusion coating, ASTM D1003 light transmittance documentation, anti-drip option, and ISPM 15 packaging for international import. 10-year UV warranty. MOQ 200 m².
Single-side UV coated panels have UV protection only on the outer (sun-facing) surface. The inner surface — facing the plant environment — is unprotected and yellows from reflected UV and chemical exposure. Both-sides UV co-extrusion (Bakway standard) protects both surfaces, typically extending functional life from 5–7 years (single-side) to 10+ years (both-sides). Always specify both-sides UV for greenhouse applications.
Commercial greenhouse polycarbonate panels (clear, 6–10 mm twin-wall) should achieve ≥ 80% light transmittance when new. Bakway’s clear grades achieve 82–84% (ASTM D1003). After 10 years of UV exposure with proper UV coating, expect 5–8% reduction. Avoid panels with < 80% initial transmittance — these often use lower-purity resin or insufficient UV coating.
Depends on climate and application: 6 mm twin-wall suits hobby greenhouses and mild climates; 8–10 mm twin-wall for commercial greenhouses in most temperate climates; 16 mm triple-wall for cold climates (northern Europe, Canada) needing U-values below 2.5 W/m²K; 20–25 mm five-wall for maximum insulation in extreme cold. Bakway produces all thicknesses from 4 to 25 mm.
Yes. ISPM 15 phytosanitary treatment is required for wooden packaging (pallets) for import into EU, USA, Australia, Canada, and most other countries. Bakway uses ISPM 15 fumigated pallets as standard. EU importers should also confirm REACH compliance documentation. Bakway provides REACH declarations as standard with all product shipments.
Polycarbonate outperforms glass in most commercial greenhouse applications: PC is 250× stronger than glass (no shattering risk), ~1/6th the weight (reduces structural load), provides 10–15% better thermal insulation (multiwall structure vs. single-pane glass), and is significantly cheaper per m² for equivalent coverage area. Glass maintains a slight advantage in very long-term UV stability (> 25 years) but polycarbonate with UV co-extrusion coating is competitive for 10–15 year greenhouse lifespans.
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