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ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) is a versatile thermoplastic commonly used for manufacturing plastic parts due to its durability, machinability, and resistance to impact and chemicals. ABS is well-suited for Swiss automatic lathes, which excel in producing small, precision-engineered components. Its stable mechanical properties allow for tight tolerances, smooth finishes, and intricate details. The material's low melting point aids in machining efficiency, while its lightweight nature and electrical insulating properties makes it ideal for automotive, electronics, and consumer goods.
Impact resistant, easily machined and lightweight
Advantages of ABS for Plastic Parts:
In addition to it’s lightweight characteristics and it’s superior electrical insulating qualities, specific advantages of ABS for plastic parts include:
Durability and Impact Resistance: ABS is tough and resistant to impact, making it ideal for applications requiring strength and durability, such as automotive and consumer goods.
Versatility and Machinability: Its excellent machinability, lightweight nature, and ability to be injection molded allow for intricate designs and efficient production.
Chemical and Thermal Stability: ABS resists chemicals and can withstand moderate heat, maintaining performance in challenging environments.
Applications Best Suited for this Material:
Noted for the strength, glossy finish and light weight it brings to LEGO bricks, ABS is well-suited for applications requiring electrical insulation protection, impact resistance and temperature fluctuation. It is found often in automotive components as well as commercial and consumer products requiring durability and toughness. It is ill-suited for high temperatures.
Parts we make from ABS:
Most of the parts we make from ABS are insulators used in cable connectors or capacitors for the telecommunications and electronics industries. Contact us for ABS parts.
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