Polycarbonate (PC) GF10 | Automotive connectors, electrical enclosures | - Material: Polycarbonate + 10% glass fiber (ISO 182) - Tensile Strength: 120 MPa (Base) ▲140 MPa (Advanced) (ISO 527) - Heat Deflection Temp: 130°C (ASTM D648) - Certifications: RoHS (no hazardous substances), PAHS (phthalate-free), GRS (recycled content) | ▲ Enhanced strength in Advanced version for heavy-duty parts - Chemical resistance to 50+ substances (ASTM D543) - Flame retardant (UL 94 V-2) | Higher cost than ABS/PVC - Requires precise injection molding temps (▲20°C tolerance in Advanced) |
ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) | Automotive trim, consumer electronics | - Tensile Strength: 45 MPa (ISO 527) - Impact Resistance: 800 J/m (Base) ▲1000 J/m (Advanced) (ASTM D256) - Flame Retardant: UL 94 V-0 | Easy processing (injection molding) - Good impact resistance (▲ in Advanced) - Color stability for branding | Lower heat resistance (max 80°C) - Susceptible to solvents (e.g., acetone) |
POM (Polyoxymethylene) | Gears, bearings, precision machinery | - Wear Resistance: 0.02 mm³/Nm (ASTM D3365) - Tensile Strength: 80 MPa (ISO 527) - Moisture absorption: <0.1% (ASTM D570) | High dimensional stability - Excellent wear resistance for mechanical parts | Brittle at <0°C - Higher cost than nylon |
PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) | Pipes, cables, construction materials | - Flexural Modulus: 2 GPa (ISO 178) - Flame Retardant: UL 94 HB - Chemical resistance to oils/greases (ASTM D543) | Low cost - Flexible for molding pipes/cables | Poor heat resistance (deforms >60°C) - Emits toxins when burned |
Nylon 6/66 | Automotive parts, textiles, fibers | - Tensile Strength: 70 MPa (ISO 527) - Moisture absorption: 2-4% (ASTM D570) - Heat resistance: up to 100°C (ISO 75) | Lightweight and abrasion-resistant - Good strength for fibers/membranes | Moisture absorption causes swelling - UV degradation over time |
PEEK (Polyether Ether Ketone) | Aerospace, medical devices, high-temp equipment | - Tensile Strength: 100 MPa (ISO 527) - Heat Resistance: 260°C continuous (ASTM D648) - Chemical inertness (ASTM D543) | ▲ Highest heat resistance in plastics - Biocompatible (ISO 10993) | Extremely high cost - Requires specialized processing equipment |