ABS

ABS plastic(Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a thermoplastic material that provides a balance of strength and performance at an affordable cost. It is an ideal choice for applications where durability and impact resistance are crucial.

ABS plastic is tough, resilient and maintains its shape and size even under varying temperature and humidity conditions. It is widely used for precision parts such as gears, bearings, and mechanical components that require accuracy. ABS plastic is customizable and can be easily molded or formed into complex shapes and designs, making it suitable for retail store fixtures, point-of-purchase displays, and other marketing materials.

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ABS IS WIDELY USED FOR

  • Machine housings, guards, and covers
  • Instrument panels
  • Models and prototypes
  • Point-of-purchase displays
  • Storage cases and display bases
  • Thermoformed displays, trays

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Standard Sizes

ABS Sheet>>

Dimensions: 12 in x 12 in – 48 in x 96 in
Thickness: 0.060 in – 4 in

ABS Pipe>>

Cast Outside Diameter: 1.250 in – 12 in
Extruded Outside Diameter: 0.250 in – 6 in

Options Available

COLORSheet: Natural, White, Off White, Black, Beige, Dark Gray, Light Gray, Red 
Rod: Natural, Black
GRADESGeneral Purpose, Fire-Rated, Machine Grade, UV Resistant, Scratch Resistant

Typical Properties Of ABS

Values may vary according to brand name. please ask kusla experts for more detail information

UNITSASTM TESTABS
Specific Gravity–D7921.04
Heat deflection temperature @ 264 psi°FD648177
Maximum continuous service temperature in air°F160
Tensile strengthpsiD6384,100
Flexural moduluspsiD790304,000
Izod impact (notched)ft-lbs/in of notchD2567.7
Water absorption (immersion 24 hours)%D5700.3
Coefficient of linear thermal expansionin/in/°Fx10-5D6965.6

ABS Properties and Service Options

Length, width, thickness, and diameter tolerances vary by size, manufacturer, brand, and grade. Custom sizes and colors are also available upon request. Acrylic rods and tubes are also available in a wide range of colors. Film and paper masks are available for cast acrylic.

FAQs About ABS

General

ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is an opaque thermoplastic and amorphous polymer which made by polymerizing styrene and acrylonitrile in the presence of polybutadiene. allowing chemical “chains” to attract each other and bind together to make ABS a considerably strong material. This process also provides ABS plastic products with hardness, gloss, toughness, and resistance qualities that exceed those of polystyrene.

  • Impact Resistance
  • Structural Strength and Stiffness
  • Chemical Resistance
  • Excellent High and Low Temperature Performance
  • Great Electrical Insulation Properties
  • Easy to Paint and Glue

Availability

Royalite®, Polystone®, and TECARAN™.

  • 12 in x 12 in,
  • 12 x 24 in,
  • 12 in x 48 in,
  • 24 in x 48 in,
  • 48 in x 48 in,
  • 48 in x 96 in,

General Purpose ABS: An economical choice, this rigid ABS product combines high-impact strength with thermoformability.

Machine Grade ABS: A low-cost ABS material that offers excellent machinability, impact resistance, and thermoforming characteristics.

Fire-Rated ABS: A general-purpose ABS sheet with excellent high and low-temperature performance, exceptional impact strength, and stiffness.

Marine-Grade ABS: an engineered ABS polymer explicitly designed for the marine environment.

UV-coated ABS: An ABS sheet coated with a UV stabilized layer for added UV resistance and weather ability.