What is ABS?
ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a tough engineering thermoplastic with excellent impact resistance and dimensional stability. It thermoforms beautifully, making it a favourite for housings, covers and automotive interior parts.
Performance Characteristics
Excellent impact strength
Easy to thermoform
Good dimensional stability
Smooth, paintable surface
Solid, opaque colours
Easy to machine and bond
Good chemical resistance
Cost-effective engineering plastic
Common Applications
Thermoformed housings
Automotive interior parts
Equipment covers and panels
Prototype enclosures
Industrial trays and inserts
Point-of-sale components
Caravan and RV fittings
Toy and consumer goods
Sizes & Thicknesses
Available in 1.5mm to 12mm thicknesses, typically in white and black. Custom colours and textured surfaces available.
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