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Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene

A technical polymer used where toughness, rigidity and surface appearance are important.

UNDERSTANDING ABS

Start with the material.
Build the specification.

ABS is found in moulded housings, appliances and a range of technical components. Different formulations can change its impact performance, heat resistance, surface appearance and processing characteristics. Fillers, blends and other additives make the original product and grade valuable information when describing a stream. This profile provides general guidance for an enquiry. A specific material requires assessment against the intended application, particularly where a defined appearance or technical performance is important.

Typical applications

Appliance components
Equipment housings
Automotive trim
Luggage shells

Points to consider

Original product and grade identification
Known blends, fillers and additives
Colour and surface requirements
Required impact and heat performance
Material composition and separation

Applications describe general uses of this polymer family. A particular recycled grade still needs to be assessed against the intended process and end use. Material acceptance and supply availability are confirmed for each enquiry.

Further material reading

British Plastics Federation: ABS and specialist styrenics ↗

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