ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)
ABS is a common thermoplastic known for its toughness, impact resistance, and ease of machining. It provides a good balance of mechanical properties at low cost and is widely used for prototypes, housings, and consumer products.
Machinability
82/100
Tolerance
±0.05 mm
Category
Engineering Plastics
Material Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 44 MPa (6.4 ksi) |
| Yield Strength | 43 MPa (6.2 ksi) |
| Hardness | Rockwell R105 |
| Density | 1.05 g/cm³ |
| Machinability Rating | 82/100 |
| Thermal Conductivity | 0.17 W/m·K |
| Melting Point | 200–260 °C (processing range) |
| Tolerance | ±0.05 mm |
Common Grades
ABS General PurposeABS Flame RetardantABS-GF
Advantages
- Easy to machine
- Good impact resistance
- Low cost
- Can be painted and plated
- Lightweight
Limitations
- Low temperature resistance (80°C max)
- UV-sensitive
- Lower strength than engineering plastics
- Not chemical resistant
Common Applications
Housings
Enclosures
Prototypes
Jigs
Fixtures
Consumer product shells
Industries Served
Consumer ProductsElectronicsAutomotivePrototyping
Available Surface Finishes
As-MachinedPaintedPlatedVapor Smoothed
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