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Plastic Properties of Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) is the polymerization of
Acrylonitrile, Butadiene, and Styrene monomers. Chemically, this
thermoplastic family of plastics is called "terpolymers", in that they
involve the combination of three different monomers to form a single
material that draws from the properties of all three. ABS possesses
outstanding impact strength and high mechanical strength, which makes it
so suitable for tough consumer products. Additionally, ABS has good
dimensional stability and electrical insulating properties.
ABS Resistance: Excellent resistance (no attack) to Glycerine,
Inorganic Salts, Alkalis, Many Acids, Most Alcohols and Hydrocarbons.
Limited resistance (moderate attack and suitable for short term use only)
to Weak Acids. Poor resistance (not recommended for use with) Strong
Acids and Solvents, Ketones, Aldehydes, Esters, and some Chlorinated
Hydrocarbons.
 ABS Quick Facts:
Maximum Temperature: 176°F
80°C
Minimum Temperature: -4°F
-20°C
Autoclavable: No
Melting Point: 221°F 105°C
Tensile Strength: 4,300 psi
Hardness: R110
UV Resistance: Poor
Translucent
Rigid
Specific Gravity: 1.04
ABS Fabrication:It can be thermo-formed, pressure formed, blow molded,
sheared, sawed, drilled, or even "cold stamped". Joints can be
ultrasonic welded, thermo-welded, and chemically bonded. Impact
resistant. Commonly used for telephone bodies, safety helmets, piping,
furniture, car components, TV casings, radios, control panels, and
similar. Valve bodies, material handling equipment
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