ABS is a commonly used thermoplastic polymer with excellent impact, temperature and chemical resistance. It is also easy to machine and process and has a smooth surface finish. ABS can undergo various post-processing treatments, including coloring, surface metallization, welding, electroplating, bonding, hot pressing and more.
ABS is used for various applications across a wide range of industries, including automotive, manufacturing, electronics, consumer goods, construction and more.
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Color |
Black, neutral |
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Process |
CNC machining, injection molding, 3D prinitng |
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Tolerance |
With drawing: as low as +/- 0.005 mm No drawing: ISO 2768 medium |
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Applications |
Impact-resistant applications, production-like parts (pre-injection molding) |
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Price |
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Tensile Strength |
Elongation at Break |
Hardness | Density |
Maximum Temp |
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ABS | 5,100 PSI | 40% | Rockwell R100 | 0.969 g/㎤ 0.035 lbs / cu. in. | 160° F |
Name | Description | Materials | Color | Texture | Link | |
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Bead blasting results in parts with a smooth surface with a matte texture. Used mainly for visual applications and can be followed by other surface treatments. |
ABS, Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel |
n/a | Matte | Learn more | |
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Electroplating | Electroplated coating preserves the surface of parts and resists rusts and other defects from causing decay by applying electric currents to reduce metal cations. |
Aluminum, steel, stainless steel |
n/a |
Gloss or semi-gloss |
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Painting | Painting involves spraying a layer of paint onto the surface of the part. Colors can be matched to a Pantone color number of the customer’s choosing, while finishes range from matte to gloss to metallic. | Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Steel | Custom | Gloss, semi-gloss, flat, metallic, textured | Learn more |