Engineering Thermoplastics
PC/ABS Impact Modified — Polycarbonate / Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene Blend, Impact Modified
This blend offers an optimized balance, providing the high impact strength and heat resistance from PC, combined with the excellent processability and aesthetics of ABS. It's a cost-effective solution for applications requiring durability and good surface finish.
PC/ABSBayblendCycoloy
Manufacturers
2
Grades
2
Applications
4
Equivalents
0
Physical Properties
- Density
- 1.15-1.22 g/cm³
- Water Absorption (24h)
- 0.1-0.25 %
- Transparency
- Opaque
- Shrinkage
- 0.5-0.8 %
Mechanical Properties
- Young's Modulus
- 2.0-2.8 GPa
- Tensile Strength
- 45-55 MPa
- Elongation at Break
- 40-80 %
- Impact Strength (Izod)
- 60-120 kJ/m
Thermal Properties
- Glass Transition Temperature
- 95-115 °C
- Melting Point
- N/A (amorphous)
- Continuous Service Temperature
- 70-90 °C
- Heat Deflection Temperature
- 85-105 °C (1.8 MPa)
Electrical Properties
- Dielectric Constant
- 2.8-3.2
- Volume Resistivity
- 10^13-10^15 Ohm-cm
- Dielectric Strength
- 15-20 kV/mm
Chemical Resistance
- Acids
- Fair
- Bases
- Poor
- Solvents
- Poor
- UV Resistance
- Poor (requires stabilization)
Sustainability
- Recyclability
- Recyclable
- Recycling Code
- 7 (Other)
- Carbon Footprint
- Moderate
Manufacturing compatibility
Injection MoldingExtrusion
Applications
Automotive interior parts
Electronics enclosures
Power tool housings
Consumer goods
Available grades
PC/ABS FR V0PC/ABS High Flow