ABS
Amorphous thermoplastic
Properties:
- Low moisture absorption
- Good sound-proofing properties
- High impact toughness even at low temperatures
- Good thermoformability
- Good weldability
- Good adhesive properties
Chemical resistability
- Good resistance to: water, urea, dilute acids, alkalines
- Low resistance to: alcohols, oils, fats
- Zero resistance to: concentrated mineral acids, aromatic hydrocarbons, esters, ethers, ketones
Field of application
Galvanized parts that are subject to high impact.
Manufacture of vehicles
E.g. Car parts, chrome bars, battery packs, radiator panels
Electrical engineering
Caps and controls
Sanitary technology
Valves, fittings, shower heads
Other
E.g. Transport containers, textile bobbins/coils, door and trunk handles, safety helmets