Abs material data sheet physical properties metric english comments density 1. Abs or acrylonitrile butadiene styrene is a common thermoplastic polymer typically used for injection molding applications. Polybutylene terephthalate pbt is a high performance semi. The properties of materials and their everyday uses. Typical reactions for chain assembling are polyaddition continuous or step wise and condensation polymerization polycondensation 1 figure 1.
An overview of the plastic material selection process for. Properties of plastics mechanical and physical properties of plastics this section will acquaint the reader with the technical terms and concepts used to describe the properties or performance of a material. It is important to understand these standard terms since they are used by suppliers and users to communicate how a material. Methacrylate acrylonitrile butadiene styrene mabs copolymer is similar to abs except for the addition of an additional monomer, usually methyl methacrylate. It was likely that, in this regard, the uncertainties associated with these. Abs is a thermoplastic copolymerisate made from acryloni. Selecting the right material for 3d printing however, the material suppliers rarely publish material specifications that document the change in properties from one axis to another, as the data behind these specifications can vary greatly by material, process and even type of machine. Mechanical properties of plastic materials material formula abrasive resistance astm d1044 mg cycles coefficient of friction compression set after 24 hr at 175c % compressive modulus gpa compressive strength mpa elongation at break % hardness rockwell izod impact strengt h j m1 poissons ratio tear strength n mm1 tensile modulus. This table summarizes a wide variety of properties and characteristics for each material.
Polybutylene terephthalate pbt is a high performance semi crystalline resin, one of the toughest and most versatile of all engineering thermoplastics. While researches in enhancement of material properties have resulted in alloys and novel manufacturing methods with superior mechanical properties, their potential use for applications as bearings. Abs provides a balanced combination of mechanical toughness, wide temperature range, good dimensional stability, chemical resistance, electrical insulating. This material was one of the first plastics to be used with industrial 3d printers. By designing for the 3d printing process and adjusting. Abs is not so much a particular material as the name of a set of chemical components. Abs is amorphous and therefore has no true melting point abs is a terpolymer made by polymerizing styrene and acrylonitrile in the presence of polybutadiene. Selecting a thermoplastic for your injectionmolded part a breakdown of injection molding thermoplastics including recommended applications and material properties. It is an amorphous, clear, transparent material with the thermal and mechanical properties like those of abs. It is calculated by dividing the mass of the material by the volume and is normally expressed in gcm 3. Material for injection molding was used plasticyl abs 1501 is a conductive masterbatch based on acrylonitrile butadiene styrene loaded with 15% of nanocyls mwcnts nc7000. Selecting the right material for injection molding. The energy needed to break a unit volume of material. This engineering plastic is popular due to its low production cost and the ease with which the material is machined by plastic manufacturers.
It is an acrylate rubbermodified styrene acrylonitrile copolymer. There are 11 material properties with values for both materials. Acrylonitrile styrene acrylate asa, also called acrylic styrene acrylonitrile, is an amorphous thermoplastic developed as an alternative to acrylonitrile butadiene styrene abs, but with improved weather resistance, and is widely used in the automotive industry. Plastic properties tables wear resistance of plastics open or close the rating that appears in this table refers to the wear properties of the material in a bearing or bush application, and is normally tested using a pinondisc wear test.
The properties of materials and their everyday uses children need to have experience of, and explore as many different materials substances as possible in order to make sense of their world. Vexmatech utilizes abs in the manufacture of numerous components due to its easytouse and resistance to high temperatures. Pdf properties of building and plastic materials in the thz. Pdf effect of post heat treatment on the microstructure and. New polymer materials represent an important driving. Click the down or up arrows triangles or column headings to sort plastic materials or material properties. In the development of plastic enclosures and tuning knobs, the designers follow the. Plastic material properties table mechanical, physical. Although the information and statements herein are believed to be accurate, no guarantee of their accuracy is made.
Its heat and solvent resistance properties are better than hips and it has gloss characteristics. Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene abs chemical formula c 8 h 8 x c 4 h 6 y c 3 h 3 n z is a common thermoplastic polymer. Abs, short for acylonitrile butadiene styrene, is an oilbased plastic type. This chapter provides a brief introduction to the range of materials that comprise the family of plastics. This means that a common way of producing abs plastic is from other abs plastic i. Polybutylene terephthalate pbt is a crystalline, high molecular weight polymer that has an excellent balance of properties and processing characteristics. Abs physical properties leading plastic sheet company. Jun 03, 2015 introduction to properties of materials 1. Hence it is important to know the plastic flow properties of metals and alloys. View plastic materials found under a specific property group. The material is very tough and resilient, has high impact. Code 7 is used to designate miscellaneous types of plastic not defined by the other six codes. Unmodified types of plastics that are regarded as having unacceptable resistance to uv are pom acetal, pc, abs and pa66.
P430 abs material properties p430 abs material properties 9 march 2007 a true industrial thermoplastic, abs is widely used throughout industry. Manufactured for a customizable mounting system for ipads, laptops, and more, this is an example of a plastic injectionmolded part using. Physical and mechanical properties of materials melting temperature 9 density 10 youngs modulus 11 yield stress and tensile strength 12. Abs machinable plastic is a tough, rigid thermoplastic material with high impact strength. New polymer materials represent an important driving force for technological progress. The humidity and water absorption have a great influence on a number of properties in particular of polyamides. Ultimate materials guide tips for 3d printing with abs. There has been tremendous growth in the use of thermoplastic piping systems since their introduction more than 50 years ago. In a perfectly plastic material, on the other hand fig 1.
For each, a description of its important properties is provided, along with some specific processing requirements and examples of products in which the polymer is used. For a quick, broad comparison, see table 31 on pages 4850. Introduction to materials science chapter 6, mechanical properties 22 hardness i hardness is a measure of the materials resistance to localized plastic deformation e. The masterbatch was used as the parent matrix from which mixed polymer blends. Plastic materialsproperties and applications springerlink. Chapter outline mechanical properties of metals how do metals.
The high quality standards, the use of homogeneous materials for easy. Everything you need to know about abs plastic tony rogers on july, 2015. Use our interactive properties table below to explore by property group, sort, or compare two or more plastic materials. Maximum continuous operating temperatureof plastic maximum operating temperature is the highest temperature at which a material will maintain its mechanical stability. Abs is perfect for enduse components and functional parts such as those found in 3d printers of 3d printing service. Plastic material properties table mechanical, physical, thermal. Rockwell hardness scaleof plastic the rockwell scale is a general method for measuring the bulk hardness of metallic and polymer materials. J demonstrate how materials properties are used in engineering design. It is a thermoplastic alloy made up of polycarbonate and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene. This paper examines the mechanical properties of the composite of thermoplastic polymer matrix with carbon nanotubes. Our abs is specifically formulated to minimize warping and ensure consistent interlayer adhesion. Because of properties of the plastic, abs has a tendency to be not difficult to print with a. From computer keyboard keys to lego, products made from abs can be found all around the world in multiple domestic, commercial and specialist settings. A 3d printed part made from abs will be less durable than that made using injection molding.
When used unmodified for the manufacture of food contract articles, the product will comply with food additive regulations fda unspecified rating under the u. Characterization of microstructure and microtexture in. Because acrylonitrile has stronger nitrile polarity, it can enhance the interaction of the ps in the molecular chain. The plastic and packaging material used by okw are on the whole harmless and, apart from some exceptions, can easily be recycled and reutilized. Selecting a thermoplastic for your injectionmolded part. It is easily machined and ideal for turning, drilling, milling, sawing, diecutting and shearing. It must be realised that many material properties such as toughness vary between wide limits depending on composition and previous treatment. We have also included a builtin comparison tool so that you can easily compare a selection of materials against one another. This document pdf may be used for research, teaching and private study. Mechanical properties of plastic materials material formula abrasive resistance astm d1044 mg cycles coefficient of friction compression set after 24 hr at 175c % compressive modulus gpa compressive strength mpa elongation at break % hardness rockwell izod impact strengt h j m1 poissons ratio tear strength n mm1 tensile modulus gpa. Examples of thermoplastic polymer blends are pcabs, pcasa or ppesb see table 1. Caused by the macromolecular structure and the temperaturedependent physical properties plastic materials are distinguished into different classes. But there are still concerns over the desired mechanical properties, biodegradability, sterilizability and radiopacity of the materials used that need to be looked at in detail. Pdf nial bronze nab alloy is prepared by using friction stir processing.
Dislocations and plastic flow 5 fast fracture 6 statistics of fracture 6. Material selection is determined by the capabilities and qualities of materials, or their properties. Both of these polymers are widely used on their own and have very specific properties and also drawbacks of their own. Abs is a copolymerization of styrene, acrylonitrile, and butadiene latex. Also, you may want to use our plastic material selection guide or interactive thermoplastics triangle to assist with the material selection process based on your application requirements. Feb 26, 2008 mechanical properties stiffness t m t m t g stiffness temperature amorphous plastic semi crystalline plastic 15. Thermal properties of plastic materials material formula coefficient of thermal expansion x106 k1 heatdeflection temperature 0. Wear behavior of friction stir processed nab alloys in marine.
The versatility of abs plastic properties contributes largely to its popularity across several industry sectors. The hot plastic smell deter some as does the plastics petroleum based origin. Material selection a design guide lanxess energizing chemistry. The plastic properties on pages 222223 are exclusively applicable for the specified standard test pieces. Abs plastic properties advantages of acrylonitrile. Items such as disposable coffee cups, plastic food boxes, plastic cutlery and packing foam are made from ps. Properties of building and plastic materials in the thz range article pdf available in international journal of infrared and millimeter waves 285. An example is the weathering of plastic pipes report tr1899 by the plastic pipe institute, which warns of the large differences in environment for different locations in the usa. While design and material selection are interrelated, we have chosen to discuss part and mold design in a separate manual, engineering plastics. Classes of materials materials are grouped into categories or classes based on their chemical composition. Heat stabilizers, hydrolysis stabilizers, lubricants, uv stabilizers etc. Grade count 3 melt flow 18 23 g10 min 18 23 g10 min average 21. This may force the industry to go for plastic materials by which the cost can be reduced to an extent.
Introduction to materials science, chapter 6, mechanical properties of metals university of tennessee, dept. This permanent deformation behavior occurs when the tensile or compressive uniaxial stress reaches y. Plastic properties tables plastics technical properties. Typical reactions for chain assembling are polyaddition continuous or step wise and condensation polymer ization polycondensation 1 figure 1. Chapter 3 material properties plastics pipe institute. There was chosen 1, 2, 5 and 20 % weight ratio of carbon. Introduction to properties of materials slideshare. Abs is known for its toughness and impact resistance, allowing you to print durable.
Mechanical properties and performance of materials samples of engineering materials are subjected to a wide variety of mechanical tests to measure their strength, elastic constants, and other material properties as well as their performance under a variety of actual use conditions and environments. As the basic polymer matrix was used acrylonitrile butadiene styrene abs to which were added the nanoparticles in a given percentage by weight in. Mechanical properties1 test method imperial metric tensile strength, type 1, 2 inmin. Some types of abs can degrade under direct sunlight which actually was the cause for the failure of automobile seat belts in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Selecting a range of materials for comparison and simplifying the comparison by taking a representative alloy from each group, standardspecified properties of tensile and yield strength are shown. For each property being compared, the top bar is abs and the bottom bar is pet. Material properties material properties for gases, fluids and solids densities, specific heats, viscosities and more. Abs material data sheet physical properties metric english. General material properties, such as density and ash content, are required for the allocation determination of plastic materials and they help in classifying the examination results. Because the material crystallizes rapidly, mold cycles are short and molding temperatures can be lower than for many engineering plastics.
Variations may occur as far as cases and technical parts are concerned. Manufacturing properties of engineering materials lecture notes. Any final design should be based on manufacturers or suppliers data for the material in question, and not on the data given here. Throughout this module typical materials properties of the chemicals used in fdm are discussed, but it is important to remember that any of the thermoplastic chemicals here might. Thanks to plastic metallization, abs can become a highdemand material in the nearest future. Pdf material and application report 2015 acrylonitrile butadiene. It is important to note that density varies with temperature. When combined with a dimension elite system, p430 abs is ideal for 3d printing of models in the engineering office. Abs pc is an abbreviated form used for acrylonitrile butadiene styrenepolycarbonate blend. The material can be modified by the addition of glass fiber, mineral fillers and flame retardant. Plastic type general properties common household uses polyethylene.
Physical properties 15%gf polyester, pbt 1400 nylon 66 %gf density 0. It is important to note that because abs is a thermoplastic material, it can be easily recycled as mentioned above. Like most other plastics, acrylite ff sheet will expand and contract from. To minimize deformation, select a material with a large elastic modulus e or g. Abs pipes pressure ratings pressure ratings of abs 1208, abs 1210, abs 16 and abs 2112.
Polystyrene is commonly recycled, but is difficult to do. Abs is readily modified both by the addition of additives and by variation of the ratio of the three monomers acrylonitrile, butadiene and styrene. Temperature expansion thermal expansion of pipes and tubes stainless steel, carbon steel, copper, plastics and more. Understanding how materials behave in their natural state and under certain conditions will help them to understand why objects are made of specific. Introduction often materials are subject to forces loads when they are used. The density of a plastic sample may change due to change in crystallinity, loss of plasticizers, absorption of solvent, etc. Mechanical engineers calculate those forces and material scientists how materials deform elongate, compress, twist or break as a function of applied load, time. Plastics technology handbook plastics properties and testing. The properties of the material are governed by the complex microstructures that arise when nab is. Because of a unique balance of properties, modern abs. Grade count 3 mechanical properties hardness, rockwell r 103 112 103 112 average 110. Other plastics such as pet, pp, hdpe, pa12, pa11, pa6, pes. Today, advanced plastics play a vital role in the most challenging industries like automotive and aerospace engineering.
Mechanical properties of plastics professional plastics. Longterm hydrostatic strength and design of thermoplastic piping compounds abstract. Many years later, abs is still a very popular material thanks to its low cost and good mechanical properties. Different types of plastics and their classification the society of the plastics industry spi established a classification system in 1988 to allow. Properties with values for just one material 15, in this case are not shown. The combination of these materials and the manufacturing process can have a considerable impact on the mechanical properties of the end material.
Get detailed technical information about abs polymer and know more about its key properties, limmitations, applications, processing conditions and much more. Technical data sheet abs chemical name description key features applications non suitable for acrylonitrile butadiene styrene used by an array of industries worldwide, abs is known for its exceptional mechanical properties. Therefore, to determine the exact density of plastic, it is. Longterm hydrostatic strength and design of thermoplastic. Ultimately, material selection must be based upon your prototype testing under actual, enduse conditions. Plastics have a whole array of benefits to offer and in many cases. Chapter 3 material properties 45 an additional objective of this chapter is the presentation of values for the major properties that are used for material classification and piping design, and a brief description of the methods based on which these properties are determined. Materials data book 2003 edition cambridge university engineering department.
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