Forming Grade Plastics for Precision Manufacturing
Forming Grade Plastics are widely used across industries that require materials capable of being shaped, molded, and fabricated into complex components. These materials offer excellent flexibility during processing while retaining the mechanical properties necessary for long-term performance. Manufacturers rely on Forming Grade Plastics for applications where precision, consistency, and efficiency are essential.
At Polymer Plastics, we supply high-quality Forming Grade Plastics designed to meet the demands of modern manufacturing environments. Our materials are selected to provide reliable forming characteristics, making them suitable for a broad range of industrial applications.
Benefits of Forming Grade Plastics
Choosing the right Forming Grade Plastics can improve production efficiency and product quality. These materials offer several advantages:
- Excellent thermoforming characteristics
- Consistent dimensional stability
- Good impact resistance
- Lightweight yet durable construction
- Smooth surface finish for finished products
- Easy fabrication and machining
- Reliable performance in demanding environments
- Cost-effective manufacturing solution
These benefits make Forming Grade Plastics a preferred choice for manufacturers seeking dependable and versatile materials.
Applications of Forming Grade Plastics
Forming Grade Plastics are used in numerous industries because of their adaptability and performance. Common applications include:
Industrial Equipment
Manufacturers use Forming Grade Plastics to create machine covers, protective guards, and custom industrial components.
Transportation
Many transportation-related products utilize Forming Grade Plastics for interior panels, protective housings, and lightweight structural components.
Medical Equipment
The excellent forming properties of Forming Grade Plastics make them suitable for trays, covers, enclosures, and specialized equipment components.
Retail and Display Systems
Display fixtures, signage, product holders, and point-of-sale displays are frequently manufactured using Forming Grade Plastics.
Electronics and Electrical Applications
Custom enclosures and protective covers often incorporate Forming Grade Plastics because of their versatility and durability.
Why Choose Polymer Plastics?
Polymer Plastics is committed to providing high-quality Forming Grade Plastics that meet the requirements of modern industries. We focus on delivering materials that offer:
- Consistent product quality
- Reliable manufacturing performance
- Excellent fabrication properties
- Industry-specific material solutions
- Technical support and product guidance
- Dependable supply and service
Our experience in industrial plastics enables us to help customers select the right Forming Grade Plastics for their unique manufacturing requirements.
Quality and Performance You Can Trust
Quality is essential when selecting Forming Grade Plastics. Every application requires materials capable of maintaining performance throughout fabrication and end-use conditions. Polymer Plastics works to ensure that our Forming Grade Plastics deliver the durability, consistency, and reliability expected by manufacturers across multiple industries.
| ABS | ABS FR | CON-DUCTIVE ABS | H.I. STYRENE | KYDEX | NORYL EN-185 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHYSICAL | ||||||
| SPECIFIC GRAVITY | 1.04 | 1.18 | 1.22 | 1.05 | 1.35 | 1.06 |
| WATER ABSORPTION, 24 hr. (%) | 0.2 – 0.45 | 0.06 | 0.06 | |||
| MECHANICAL | ||||||
| TENSILE | ||||||
| Strength, Yield (10³ psi) @ 73°F | 4.0 – 7.0 | 4.7 | 5.0 | 2.6 | 6.3 | 6.5 |
| Elongation, Ultimate (%) @ 73°F | 20 – 80 | 40 | >100 | |||
| Modulus, Yield (10³ psi) @ 73°F | 2.3 – 4.2 | 310 | ||||
| FLEXURAL | ||||||
| Strength (10³ psi) @ 73°F | 6.0 – 14.0 | 7.7 | 5.7 | 9.7 | 13.5 | |
| Modulus, Yield (10³ psi) @ 73°F | 2.0 – 4.8 | 2.7 | 2.1 | 230 | 330 | 340 |
| COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH 2% Offset (10³ psi) | 8.0 | |||||
| IMPACT STRENGTH Izod, Notched (ft-lb/in.) @ 73°F | 1.0 – 10.0 | 7.0 | 3.0 | 7.0 | ||
| HARDNESS | R75 – R115 | R95 | R98 | R105 | R113 | |
| COEFFICIENT OF STATIC FRICTION Against self | ||||||
| Against steel | ||||||
| THERMAL | ||||||
| CONDUCTIVITY (BTU/hr/sq ft/°F/in.) | 1.01 | |||||
| COEFFICIENT OF THERMAL EXPANSION (10⁻⁶/°F) | 4.1 | |||||
| SPECIFIC HEAT (BTU/lb/°F) | 0.293 | |||||
| HEAT DEFLECTION TEMP (°F) At 66 psi | 190 | 177 | ||||
| At 264 psi | 200 | 175 | 174 | 197 | 165 | 185 |
| MAX. CONTINUOUS TEMP (°F) | 140 – 200 | |||||
| ELECTRICAL | ||||||
| ELECTRICAL | ||||||
| VOLUME RESISTIVITY (Ohm/cm) | <5000 | 10¹⁵ | ||||
| DIELECTRIC STRENGTH (V/mil) | 350 – 500 | <429 | 630 | |||
| DIELECTRIC CONSTANT | ||||||
| At 60 Hz | 2.4 – 5.0 | 3.86 | 2.80 | |||
| At 1 MHz | 3.70 | |||||
| DISSIPATION FACTOR | ||||||
| At 60 Hz | .003 – .008 | .004 | ||||
| At 1 MHz | ||||||
| ARC RESISTANCE (SECONDS) | 50 – 80 | 10 – 120 | 80 | |||