ABS resists dilute acids, bases, and mineral oils. Sensitive to aromatic solvents (toluene, acetone), chlorinated hydrocarbons, and esters. Prolonged contact with greases can cause stress cracking. Not recommended in strong oxidizing environments.
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ABS
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Performance profile
Mechanical properties
| Density | 1.26 to 1.40 g/cm³ ASTM D792 |
|---|---|
| Charpy notched impact | 15 kJ/m2 |
| Flexural modulus | 2200 to 7060 MPa ASTM D790 |
| Flexural resistance | 70 MPa |
| Tensile modulus | 2400 to 6930 MPa ASTM D638 |
| Tensile resistance | 60.7 to 68.9 MPa ASTM D638 |
| Tensile strain | 1.0 to 7.5 % ASTM D638, Yield |
Chemical resistance and characteristics
Chemical resistance
Recommended applications
- Electrical/Electronic Applications
- Automotive Applications
- Household
- General purpose
- Enclosures
- Interior parts for automotive
- Electrical components
- Industrial applications
- Home appliances
- Building and construction applications
Frequently asked questions
Injection at 200–260 °C, mould at 40–80 °C. Reproducible shrinkage rate (0.4–0.7 %). Recommended pre-drying: 2–4 hours at 80 °C. Avoid thermal degradation above 280 °C. Good flow, suitable for thin-walled parts.
ABS is recyclable (code 7). It can be remelted and re-injected several times with slight degradation of its properties. Industrial recycling channels exist for production waste. End-of-life recycling remains limited by selective collection.
Standard ABS is not certified for food contact. Special ABS-FDA grades exist but remain marginal. Prefer PP, PE, or PETG for common food applications.
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