Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene
ABS for short, is a
thermoplastic high-performance plastic produced by the copolymerization of acrylonitrile, butadiene and styrene.
Properties of ABS:
High impact strength:
ABS is characterized by excellent impact strength, which makes it resistant to shocks and mechanical loads.
Good rigidity:
ABS offers balanced stiffness, making it suitable for structural applications where strength and dimensional stability are required.
Thermoplasticity:
ABS is a thermoplastic material that can be shaped by heating and solidified again by cooling. This enables various shaping options.
Chemical resistance:
ABS is resistant to many chemicals, which makes it suitable for use in different environments.
Good surface finish:
ABS has a smooth surface and is well suited for aesthetic applications. It can be easily painted, coated or printed.
Electrical insulation:
ABS has good dielectric properties and is therefore often used in the electrical industry for the housings of electrical devices.
Applications of ABS:
ABS is used in a wide range of applications, including
Automotive industry:
Interior parts, dashboards, bumpers, cladding and other components.
electronics industry:
Enclosures for electrical and electronic devices, computer housings, keyboards and connectors.
Household appliances:
Housing for household appliances such as vacuum cleaners, kitchen appliances and computers.
construction industry:
Pipes, fittings and cladding for construction applications.
toy industry:
Toys, game console housings and model components.
Medical technology:
Enclosures for medical devices, laboratory equipment and medical instruments.
ABS is widely used in many different industries due to its versatile properties, including impact strength, rigidity and good processability.
