ABS Materials
ABS, or acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, is a common thermoplastic polymer that is popular due to low cost and easy machinability. ABS has great impact and chemical resistance along with strength and stiffness.
General information
- ABS is used in automotive, aerospace, and consumer electronics.
- ABS offers high impact, chemical and abrasion resistance.
- ABS low cost and offers fast lead time.
- ABS can be blended or alloyed with other polymers such as PA, PBT, PC, etc.
- ABS is 100% recyclable and non-toxic and harmless.
- ABS is available in an array of color options
Mechanical properties
- Yield Strength 2,680-7,400 psi
- Flexural Modulus 230,000-350,000 psi
- Hardness Shore D 100
- Impact Strength 1.5 ft.-lbs/in
- Tensile Strength 4,290 psi
Nylon Materials
General Information
Mechanical Properties
Acetel Materials
Acetal also known as Delrin and chemically known as Polyoxymethylene (POM) is the most common machined plastic. There are two different types of Acetal. The homopolymer is known as Delrin and the copolymer has a variety of trade names.
General information
•Colors include white, black, blue and the primary colors in medical grade.
Mechanical properties
Acrylic Materials
Acrylic is on of the most common machined plastic. Most often used to create clear, or translucent colored concepts. UV Resistance prevents the material discoloring, offering an excellent solution for outdoor components. Acrylic is also an excellent material for short run gravity fed silicone and plastic tooling.
General information
- Acrylic is excellent option for any translucent design
- Acrylic offers excellent
- Acrylic is resistant to UV light damage
- Acrylic is a low-cost material, offering fast lead time.
- Acrylic is prone to scratch easily, and can be brittle
- Colors include clear, tinted clears, as well as opaque colors.
Mechanical properties
- Tensile strength, Yield (Mpa) 70
- Elongation at Break (%) 20%-50%
- Hardness Rockwell R55-R63
- Impact Strength 1.1 ft.-lbs/in
- Tensile Strength 8,000-11,000
PCABS Materials
ABS, or acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, is a common thermoplastic polymer that is popular due to low cost and easy machinability. ABS has great impact and chemical resistance along with strength and stiffness.
General information
- ABS is used in automotive, aerospace, and consumer electronics.
- ABS offers high impact, chemical and abrasion resistance.
- ABS low cost and offers fast lead time.
- ABS can be blended or alloyed with other polymers such as PA, PBT, PC, etc.
- ABS is 100% recyclable and non-toxic and harmless.
- ABS is available in an array of color options
Mechanical properties
- Yield Strength 2,680-7,400 psi
- Flexural Modulus 230,000-350,000 psi
- Hardness Shore D 100
- Impact Strength 1.5 ft.-lbs/in
- Tensile Strength 4,290 psi
HDPE Materials
HDPE (High Density Polyethylene: The durable and versatile plastic for packaging and piping industries. With a high strength-to-density ratio, HDPE ensures reliability and longevity.
General information
- HDPE offers a low absorption of moisture
- HDPE is resistant to wide range of solvents
- HDPE offers a very high impact resistance
- HDPE material is very economical, and easy to manufacture
- HDPE is recyclable environmentally friendly material
- Wide range of colors including white, black, and primary colors
Mechanical properties
- Yield Strength 25
- Elongation a break 500
- Hardness Shore D Various
- Impact Strength 2-10 ft lbs/in
- Tensile Strength 2800-5800 psi
Polypropylene Materials
Polypropylene (PP) is a versatile and durable material, widely used in various industries. PP is known for its low moisture absorption, and recyclability, making it an excellent chois for household products
General information
- PP is commonly used to make dishes and storage containers
- PP offers a high melting point
- PP is resistant to a wide range of solivents
- PP offers an excellent balance of wight to strength ratio
- PP offers many industry specific blends
- PP is available in an array of color options
Mechanical properties
- Yield Strength 25-40
- Elongation at Break (%) 100-600
- Hardness Rockwell R50-R115
- Impact Strength 2.0-10 ft.-lbs/in
- Tensile Strength 4,300-7200 psi
Polycarbonate Materials
Polycarbonates (PC) are a group of thermoplastic polymers containing carbonate groups in their chemical structures. Polycarbonates offer excellent impact resistance, excellent electrical insulation, with heat-resistant and flame-retardant properties.
General information
- Polycarbonate is excellent option for any translucent design
- Polycarbonate offers excellent impact resistance
- Polycarbonate is resistant to UV light damage
- Polycarbonate is a mid cost material, offering fast lead time.
- Special grades include performance grade Lexan, Cycoloys.
- Colors include clear, tinted clears, as well as opaque colors.
Mechanical properties
- Coefficient of Friction 0.20
- Flexural Modulus 345,000-400,000 psi
- Hardness Rockwell R55-R60
- Impact Strength 2.2 ft.-lbs/in
- Tensile Strength 9800 psi
Ultem Materials
Ultem the ultimate high-performance plastic. With its exceptional strength, heat resistance, and chemical resistance, Ultem is an excellent material for demanding applications.
General information
- Ultem is expensive usually saved for critical components
- Ultem offers excellent impact resistance
- Ultem is resistant to ignition, excellent for FR applications
- Ultem maintains dimensional stability in demanding environments
- Special grades include performance grade Lexan, Cycoloys.
- Biocompatibility, allows for multiple sterilization processes
Mechanical properties
- Tensile strength at Yield 70-100
- High Temperature / Melting point
- Hardness Rockwell R120-R122
- Impact Strength 10+ ft lbs/in
- Tensile Strength 14,0000 ps
Ultem Materials
PVC exceptional durability, flexibility, and chemical resistance, PVC plastics is the go-to material for various applications. PVC affordability, and ease of processing make it a cost-effective option, without compromising quality.
General information
- PVC is best used for pipes, window frames, signage, and watercraft
- PVC offers exceptional durability, weathering, and corrosion resistance
- PVC can be formulated for FR applications
- PVC is a low cost material, offering fast lead time.
- Colors include clear, tinted clears, as well as opaque colors.
Mechanical properties
- Tensile Strength, yield (Mpa) 45-60
- Elongation at Break 10-50%
- Hardness 75-90D
- Impact Strength 1.0-1.5ft.-lbs/in
- Tensile Strength 6500-8500 Psi