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Window: Front: DIY, 5 mm, Polycarbonate (LEXAN)
21213-6101214/5-Lexan
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Do it yourself window for your LADA Niva.
The weight of this window is only 15% of the old glass window.
UV protected on both sides.
Polycarbonate is a used in Rally and Race cars to reduce the weight.
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LADA Niva, all models
The window is, as shown in the photo, pre-cut in oversize. You will need to cut it in the exact size using a saw (Polycarbonate is soft, so it's easy done).
Contains the following parts
| LADA Spare Part number | Description | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 21213-6101214/5-Lexan | Window, front left/right side | 1 |
⚠ Identical: 21213-6101214 = 21213-6101215
Other Informations
Polycarbonate is sold by many manufactureres under different brands (Lexan, Makrolon, Durolon, Hammerglass …) it's all Polycarbonate.
- Weight advantage to glass: Weight of Polycarbonate = 15% of glass. (Density for this product is 1.20 g/cm3)
- Heat insulation: 10-25% better than glass. (Thermal conductivity for this product is 0.2 W/m °C)
- Impact resistance: 250 times better than glass, 30 times better than Acrylic
Virtually unbreakable, transparent, polycarbonate materials under LEXAN™ sheet portfolio come with UV protection on both sides and provide remarkable clarity – even after many years of intense sunlight and weather extremes.
Cutting in polycarbonate using Jig Saws or Hacksaws
An important consideration with this type of cutting is support and clamping, particularly with the use of a jig saw.
- Blades having a tooth spacing of 2-2.5 mm are recommended with the emphasis upon low cutting feeds.
- For drilling holes, metal-drills should be used.
Chemical resistance, (Higher temperature means faster/severer reaction)
- Gasoline = Not compatible at elevated temperatures and stress levels
- Grease, oil and Diesel fuel = Generally compatible. Many additives used with them are not - make a test to verify
- Alcohol (window cleanser) = Generally compatible (use soap to clean the window)
- Silicone (sealer) = Generally compatible up to 80 °C.
To avoid damage of the UV-protection, only use Soap and Water to clean it.