PC+ABS materials
PC+ABS (Polycarbonate-Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene Blend) Typical Applications
Computer and business machine housings, electrical applications, cellular phones, lawn and garden equipment, automotive components (instrument panels, interior trim, and wheel covers) Injection molding processing information
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Drying
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Drying is required prior to processing. Moisture content should be less than 0.04 % to ensure stable processing parameters. Drying at 90 - 110 C (194 - 230 F) for 2 to 4 hours is recommended.
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Melt Temperature
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230 - 300 C (446 - 572 F)
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Mold Temperature
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50 - 100 C (122 - 212 F)
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Material Injection Pressure
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Part dependent
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Injection Speed
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As high as possible
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Chemical and Physical Properties
PC+ABS offers combined properties of PC and ABS (high processibility of ABS along with excellent mechanical properties and impact and heat resistance of PC). The ratio of the two components affects the heat resistance. The blend exhibits excellent flow characteristics.
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