ABS

Introduction to ABS

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.

Information of ABS

		Features	Info
		Color	Black, neutral
		Process	CNC machining, injection molding, 3D prinitng
		Tolerance	With drawing: as low as +/- 0.005 mm No drawing: ISO 2768 medium
		Applications	Impact-resistant applications, production-like parts (pre-injection molding)
		Price	$

Material Properties

	Tensile Strength	Elongation at Break	Hardness	Density	Maximum Temp
ABS	5,100 PSI	40%	Rockwell R100	0.969 g/㎤ 0.035 lbs / cu. in.	160° F

Surface Finishes for Your Choosing

Name	Description	Materials	Color	Texture	Link
Bead Blasting	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
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	Learn more
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