Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) is a thermoplastic polymer known for its versatility, combining the properties of acrylonitrile for toughness, butadiene for impact resistance, and styrene for a smooth surface finish. It's widely used in injection molding for diverse applications due to its balanced mechanical and aesthetic qualities.
Neway excels in injection molding with a range of ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) grades, including:
General-purpose ABS
High-impact ABS
Flame-retardant ABS
UV-stabilized ABS
Comparing different ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) grades in injection molding offers distinct benefits. General-purpose ABS provides versatility, high-impact ABS enhances toughness, flame-retardant ABS ensures safety and UV-stabilized ABS withstands outdoor conditions. This allows tailored solutions for diverse plastic injection molding parts.
ABS Grade | Key Features | Applications |
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General-purpose ABS | Versatile, good balance of strength and impact resistance, easy to process. | Consumer products, automotive interior parts, toys. |
High-impact ABS | Enhanced toughness and excellent impact resistance. | Safety equipment, automotive exterior components. |
Flame-retardant ABS | Self-extinguishing meets fire safety requirements. | Electrical enclosures, appliance housings. |
UV-stabilized ABS | Resistant to UV degradation, suitable for outdoor use. | Outdoor signage, automotive exterior parts. |
Property | Density (g/cm³) | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Tensile Elongation (%) | Flexural Modulus (MPa) | Flexural Strength (MPa) | Izod Impact Strength (J/m) | Heat Deflection Temp. (°C) | Shrinkage (%) | Hardness (Rockwell R) |
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General-purpose ABS | 1.06 | 45 | 25 | 2300 | 65 | 350 | 75 | 0.5 | 95 |
High-impact ABS | 1.05 | 50 | 30 | 2600 | 75 | 550 | 80 | 0.4 | 110 |
Flame-retardant ABS | 1.07 | 47 | 28 | 2400 | 70 | 400 | 78 | 0.6 | 100 |
UV-stabilized ABS | 1.06 | 45 | 26 | 2200 | 67 | 380 | 76 | 0.5 | 95 |
Versatility: General-purpose ABS combines strength, impact resistance, and processability, making it perfect for consumer goods, automotive interior parts, and toys.
Smooth Aesthetics: A smooth surface finish is ideal for products where appearance matters, such as electronic enclosures and appliances.
Ease of Processing: General-purpose ABS is easy to mold and process, streamlining manufacturing processes for consumer electronics and household items.
Balanced Performance: It balances mechanical strength and cost-effectiveness, suiting various applications like medical devices, sporting goods, and more.
Enhanced Toughness: High-impact ABS boasts exceptional toughness and impact resistance, making it a top choice for safety equipment, automotive exterior components, and rugged industrial products.
Durable Aesthetics: Its resilience and resistance to cracking make it suitable for products requiring extended outdoor use, like outdoor equipment and vehicle parts.
Efficient Processing: High-impact ABS is easy to process, ensuring efficient manufacturing of complex parts such as machinery housings and structural components.
Broad Applicability: This grade's balance between strength and toughness makes it versatile for various applications, from power tools to electronic casings.
Enhanced Safety: Flame-retardant ABS exhibits self-extinguishing properties, making it a prime choice for electrical enclosures, appliance housings, and products requiring stringent fire safety standards.
Diverse Applications: Its fire-resistant nature and durability make it suitable for electronics, automotive, and appliance products.
Manufacturing Efficiency: Flame-retardant ABS is easy to mold and process, ensuring streamlined manufacturing of intricate components and enclosures.
Reliable Performance: This grade's ability to withstand fire exposure while maintaining its structural integrity makes it ideal for applications where safety is paramount, such as industrial equipment and medical devices.
Outdoor Resilience: UV-stabilized ABS is designed to resist UV degradation, making it an excellent choice for outdoor signage, automotive exterior parts, and products exposed to sunlight.
Extended Lifespan: Its ability to maintain performance and appearance in harsh UV environments ensures longevity, making it suitable for marine and recreational equipment.
Efficient Manufacturing: UV-stabilized ABS is easy to process, enabling efficient production of intricate components like outdoor enclosures and accessories.
Versatile Performance: This grade's balance of UV resistance and mechanical properties suits diverse applications, from garden furniture to outdoor electronics.
Neway offers a variety of injection molding process options, including:
1. Plastic Injection Molding Service
4. Multi Shoot Injection Molding Service
And various standard and custom materials for injection molding, including:
Thermoplastics | Thermosets | |||
Medical-Grade silicone rubber | ||||
Optical silicone rubber | ||||
We can provide a one-stop service from prototyping to mass production for your custom injection molded parts. this includes
2. Mechanical Design Service
4. On-Demand Manufacturing Service
5. Simple Assembly Service
Neway provides free Consultative Design and rapid prototyping services for valid projects for free.
1. CNC Machining Prototyping Service
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