i have heard so much about expanded PVC, ecspecially when used for heating purposes. 1. is it easy to work with, 2 where can i get some, THANKS IN ADVANCE!!!
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expanded PVC... what is it and where can i get it
trailsend
Apr 07, 2004 01:43 PM
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lilroach56
Apr 07, 2004 01:47 PM
you can get it at usplastics.com
do a search for:
expanded PVC
it is quite expensive though. the .51" thick sheet costs nearly 150$
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chris_harper2
Apr 07, 2004 06:06 PM
Expanded PVC (aka PVCX or EPVC) is easily found at plastic and sign shops, with the former typically being cheaper than the latter. Both tend to be cheaper than US Plastics once you factor in shipping.
Call around and see what prices are like in your area.
It is not easy to work with. The 1/2" is not bad as screws or rivets can be used in conjunction with a solvent. The 1/4" is harder to work with but is much lighter and tends to be a lot cheaper due to availability.
In my mind it's worth learning how to work with the 1/4" material for cages. For racks I think the extra cost and weight of the 1/2" material is a worthwhile tradeoff.
Due to the closed cell nature of the expanded/foamed interior PVCX conducts heat nicely. It's also what leads to the lighter weight. Factor in the anti-flame properties of PVC and this product is excellent for cage floors where undertank heating will be used.
I do not recommend PVCX for lizard species that scratch a lot.
One last comment. There appears to be variation in density of the different 1/2" PVCX products from different companies. 1/2" weights vary from 38 to 70 lbs. 70 lbs is actually heavier than most standard core 1/2" plywoods so if you want to use the 1/2" material AND save weight you need to check the weight of the product your are considering closely.
trailsend
Apr 09, 2004 11:14 PM
thanks for the info, started to check out places to get pvcx while on deliverys for my job.... gunna be out and about, might as well run errands at the same time right? also chris harper, read your posts on sliding glass doors, learned alot, will try it for my next cage i build, question though, do sliding doors work well w/ cornsnakes??? from reading posts i am gunna assume so, but hey, no such thing as a stupid question right? THANKS AGAIN, alex
