Workmanship | Number | English Name Of The Material | Detailed Description | |
injection molding | 1 | ASA (acrylonitrile styrene acrylate) | A material very similar to ABS with higher resistance to fading and better suited for outdoor use. | |
injection molding | 2 | CA (cellulose acetate) | Typically used in eyeglasses and film, CA is a flexible clear material that can be used in food contact. | |
injection molding | 3 | HDPE (high-density polyethylene) | Excellent strength-to-weight ratio and chemical resistance. It is often used for fuel tanks, connector insulators, and food containers. HDPE is also used in outdoor equipment like playgrounds. | |
injection molding | 4 | LCP (liquid crystal polymer) | LCP has mechanics even at elevated temperatures as well as low dielectric constants. This material provides exceptional features for micromolding and thin walled components. LCP is popular for electrical connectors and interconnects as well as medical devices. | |
injection molding | 5 | LDPE (low-density polyethylene) | A flexible and tough material with lower density versus HDPE. LDPE does not react to acids, bases, or alcohols. Useful for trays, snap lids, and general-purpose containers. | |
injection molding | 6 | PA 6 (polyamide 6, nylon 6) | Offers increased mechanical strength, rigidity, good stability under heat, and/or chemical resistance. | |
injection molding | 7 | PA 6/6 (polyamide 6/6, nylon 6/6) | Offers increased mechanical strength, rigidity, good stability under heat, and/or chemical resistance. | |
injection molding | 8 | PARA (polyarylamide) | Often combined with infills such as glass or mineral fibers, PARA creates very rigid parts with low creep and a slower rate of water absorption compared to nylon (PA). PARA is great for structural components in handheld electronics as well as medical devices. | |
injection molding | 9 | PBT (polybutylene terephthalate, Valox) | A common electronic insulator with a polyester base. Highly used in automotive as a longer-wear alternative to nylon. | |
injection molding | 10 | PBT-PET (polybutylene terephthalate-polyethylene terephthalate) | A compounded blend of PBT and PET. | |
injection molding | 11 | PC (polycarbonate) | A clear or colored, lightweight, glass-like plastic that is heavily used across multiple industries. PC is impact resistant, holds great feature detail, and can be used for safety equipment, lenses, electronic devices, and much more. | |
injection molding | 12 | PC-ABS (polycarbonate-acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) | The best of both PC and ABS. Higher-strength engineering thermoplastic with slightly more flexibility than standard polycarbonate. | |
injection molding | 13 | PC-PBT (polycarbonate-polybutylene terephthalate, Xenoy) | A tough and rigid material resistant to lubricants, solvents, and cleaning agents. Very common in electronic enclosures. | |
injection molding | 14 | PC-PET (polycarbonate-polyethylene terephthalate) | A blend of PC and PET provides tough and chemically resistant results and can be used as an alternate to PC-ABS. It endures harsh solvents and cleaners, making it excellent for sports equipment and healthcare applications. | |
injection molding | 15 | PCT (polycyclohexylenedimethylene terephthalate) | A thermoplastic polyester that typically outperforms PET due to lower moisture absorption and better environmental stability. PCT is often used for connectors and switches. |
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