ABS plastic properties
ABS material Properties
The acrylonitrile in ABS provides chemical and thermal stability, while the butadiene adds toughness and strength. The styrene gives the finished polymer a nice, glossy finish. ABS has a low melting point, which enables its easy use in the injection moulding process and 3D printing. It also has high tensile strength and is very resistant to physical impacts and chemical corrosion, which allow the finished plastic to withstand heavy use and adverse environmental conditions. ABS can be easily moulded, sanded and shaped, while its glossy surface finish is highly compatible with a wider range of paints and glues. ABS plastics takes colour easily, allowing finished products to be dyed in exact shades to meet precise project specifications.ABS applications
Lego Colour Bricks are made from ABS By Alan Chia – Lego Color Bricks, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=6068229
Advantages
There are many ABS plastic advantages, from the reasonable production costs to its sturdy, aesthetically pleasing structure. Its ability to withstand being heated and cooled multiple times make it highly suitable for recycling. ABS is versatile in the range of colour and surface texture options that can be achieved and it can be manufactured to a very high-quality finish. It is lightweight and suitable for a vast range of applications. Finally, ABS has low heat and electricity conductivity that is especially helpful for products requiring electrical insulation protection. It also offers excellent impact resistance and can absorb shock effectively and reliably.Disadvantages
To counterbalance these advantages, some ABS plastic disadvantages do exist. Its low melting point renders it inappropriate for high-temperature applications and medical implants. It has poor solvent and fatigue resistance too and doesn’t stand up so well to UV exposure and weathering unless it is properly protected. Its low conductivity means that it cannot always be used in situations where this would prove a hindrance to the overall design. When burned, the ABS material gives off a high smoke generation, which could cause concerns around air pollution. While disadvantages like these do exist, if ABS is used in applications where it is not vulnerable to the limitations listed above, it can prove a cost-effective, attractive and top-performing thermoplastic with a wide variety of benefits and uses.“I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Adreco as a reliable and skilled supplier, who are always honest accommodating and offer good value for money. In essence, an excellent and valued supplier who are critical to our success!”
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