ABS

Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) has been a popular material for many years due to its economic feasibility and excellent mechanical characteristics. ABS is mainly composed of three monomer units: acrylonitrile, butadiene and styrene. Each of these monomers brings unique characteristics to the final polymer. Acrylonitrile contributes to the heat resistance, chemical resistance and surface hardness of the system. The butadiene component increases toughness and impact resistance, while the styrene component increases processability, rigidity and strength. By taking appropriate relative amounts of three monomers, we can produce ABS with desired properties for typical applications.

How to Make ABS

Typically, ABS is made by polymerizing styrene and acrylonitrile in the presence of polybutadiene. ABS can also be made by an emulsion process in which polybutadiene is prepared as a watery latex into which styrene and acrylonitrile are introduced and copolymerized.

Performance Characteristics

ABS exhibits several important performance characteristics, including but not limited to the following.

• Easy to Machine: ABS can be molded by a variety of methods, including injection molding, extrusion molding, and blow molding. It can be easily molded into complex shapes.
• Outstanding Impact Resistance: ABS is known for its exceptional impact resistance. It can absorb and dissipate energy when subjected to sudden shocks or impacts, reducing the risk of cracking or breaking.
• High Dimensional Stability: ABS maintains its shape and size well, even under varying temperature and humidity conditions.
• Good Chemical Resistance: ABS offers resistance to a wide range of chemicals, including acids, alkalis, and solvents.
• Good Insulation Performance: ABS is an effective electrical insulator that prevents or minimizes current flow.
• Excellent Appearance: ABS has a smooth and glossy surface appearance, making it visually attractive.

Applications

ABS has a wide range of applications, including:

• Automotive parts
• Domestic appliances parts
• Furniture parts
• Toys
• Sanitary ware

• Sports equipment
• Instrument panels
• Storage cases and display bases
• Tote trays
• Machined prototypes

Our Products

Alfa Chemistry provides customers with ABS in different material forms. The specific products are as follows:

ABS Sheets & Rods

ABS Films

ABS Powders