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ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)

plastics

plastics

Source Details

Id

plastic-abs

Name

ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)

Category

plastics

Designation

ABS

Properties
{
  "density": {
    "value": 1050,
    "unit": "kg/m³"
  },
  "tensileStrengthYield": {
    "value": 44,
    "unit": "MPa"
  },
  "tensileStrengthUltimate": {
    "value": 44,
    "unit": "MPa"
  },
  "elasticModulus": {
    "value": 2.3,
    "unit": "GPa"
  },
  "poissonsRatio": 0.35,
  "thermalConductivity": {
    "value": 0.17,
    "unit": "W/(m·K)"
  },
  "thermalExpansion": {
    "value": 90,
    "unit": "µm/(m·K)"
  },
  "specificHeat": {
    "value": 1400,
    "unit": "J/(kg·K)"
  },
  "meltingPoint": {
    "value": 105,
    "min": 105,
    "max": 115,
    "unit": "°C"
  },
  "hardness": {
    "rockwellB": "R105"
  }
}
Applications

LEGO bricks, 3D printing, Automotive interior, Electronic housings

Notes

Excellent impact resistance. Easy to machine. Common 3D printing material.