ABS

ABS is an engineering resin produced by the polymerization of 3 key ingredients; Acrylonitrile, Butadiene and Styrene. The combination of these three monomers manage to create a highly unique and versatile copolymer, Acrylonitrile adds rigidity and chemical resistance; Butadiene adds flexibility and impact resistance; and Styrene adds gloss and stiffness. ABS is used in a variety of applications across all industries, including Automotive, Consumer Goods, Housing, Home Appliance, Office Equipment and Personal Electronics. Specialized ABS grades can be produced by altering the content and combination of the three main ingredients, allowing the production of grades with specific features such as High Flow, High Heat Resistance, Flame Retardant, High Impact and Clarified ABS, to be used in the Injection Molding, Extrusion and Blow Molding process.

General Purpose

Feature Manufacturer Grade Characteristics Typical Uses
Data Sheets
Specifications MSDS Processing Guide UL
General Purpose Calsak CS-42 Medium Impact, High Rigidity Speakers, Computer Monitors
General Purpose Calsak CS-52 Medium High Impact Telephones, Office Equipment
General Purpose Calsak CS-72 High Impact, High Strength Toys, Electronics, Automotive, Injection Molding and Profile Extrusion
General Purpose Chi Mei PA-707 High Gloss, High Rigidity, Very Good Tensile Strength Toys, Office Supplies, Clocks, Lamp Seats
General Purpose Chi Mei PA-709 Ultra High Impact Strength, Good Low Temperature Resistance Pipe, Safety Helmets, Pipe Fittings
General Purpose Chi Mei PA-717C Medium High Impact Strength, Good Tensile Strength Kitchen Appliances, Vacuum Cleaner Housing, Tool Handles
General Purpose Chi Mei PA-727 Electroplating Grade Decorative Accessories, Automobile Interiors
General Purpose Chi Mei PA-747 High Impact Strength, Good Low Temperature Resistance Motorcycle Fenders, Shoe Heels, Safety Helmets, Ski and Snow Bindings
General Purpose Chi Mei PA-757 Medium Impact Strength, High Rigidity, High Gloss TV Front Casings, Remote Controls, Spa Jets, Wheel Covers

High Flow

Feature Manufacturer Grade Characteristics Typical Uses
Data Sheets
Specifications MSDS Processing Guide UL
High Flow Chi Mei PA-716 High Flow, Medium Impact Large Area Thin Walled Parts
High Flow Chi Mei PA-737 High Flow, Medium Impact Large Area Thin Walled Parts
High Flow Chi Mei PA-746 High Flow, High Impact Strength Excellent for Thin Walled Parts that require High Impact
High Flow Chi Mei PA-746H Super High Flow, High Impact Strength Excellent for Thin Walled Parts that require High Impact
High Flow Chi Mei PA-756 High Flow, High Rigidity, High Gloss For Thin Walled Parts that require High Rigidty and Gloss
High Flow Chi Mei PA-756H Ultra High Flow For extremely large parts with thin walls
High Flow Chi Mei PA-756S Ultra High Flow, Medium Impact Large Area Thin Walled Parts

Extrusion

Feature Manufacturer Grade Characteristics Typical Uses
Data Sheets
Specifications MSDS Processing Guide UL
Extrusion Chi Mei PA-709S Ultra High Impact Strength  Extruded Pipe, Home Appliances
Extrusion Chi Mei PA-747F High Rigidity Profile and Sheet Extrusion, commonly used for refrigerator front panels
Extrusion Chi Mei PA-747H Good Chemical Resistance Profile and Sheet Extrusion 
Extrusion Chi Mei PA-747R High Impact Strength, Good Low Temperature Resistance Luggage, Suitcase, Refrigerator Sheeting
Extrusion Chi Mei PA-747S High Strength for Extrusion Excellent Strength for Sheet and Profile Extrusion

Flame Retardant

Feature Manufacturer Grade Characteristics Typical Uses
Data Sheets
Specifications MSDS Processing Guide UL
Flame Retardant Chi Mei PA-763 High Impact, UV Resistance,
Heat Resistance
1.5mm V-0
2.5mm 5VA
Outdoor Displays, Power Outlets, Power Panels
Flame Retardant Chi Mei PA-764 Heat Resistant, UV Resistance
1.5 mm V-0
1.5mm 5VB
2.5mm 5VA
Outdoor Displays, Power Outlets, Power Panels
Flame Retardant Chi Mei PA-764B Heat Resistant, UV Resistance
2.5 mm V-0
2.5mm 5VB
3.0mm 5VA
Outdoor Displays, Power Outlets, Power Panels
Flame Retardant Chi Mei PA-765 High Flow
1.0mm V-1
1.5 mm V-0
1.5mm 5VB
2.5mm 5VA
Modems, Control Boxes, Power Supplies, Battery Casings, Light Boxes, Projectors
Flame Retardant Chi Mei PA-765A High Flow
1.5mm V-1
2.1mm V-0
2.1mm 5VB
2.5mm 5VA
Modems, Control Boxes, Power Supplies, Battery Casings, Light Boxes, Projectors
Flame Retardant Chi Mei PA-765B High Flow
1.5 mm V-2
2.5mm V-0
2.5mm 5VB
3.0mm 5VA
Modems, Control Boxes, Power Supplies, Battery Casings, Light Boxes, Projectors

High Heat

Feature Manufacturer Grade Characteristics Typical Uses
Data Sheets
Specifications MSDS Processing Guide UL
High Heat Chi Mei PA-777B Heat Resistant, High Impact Strength Hair Dryers, Irons, Automotive, Water Heaters
High Heat Chi Mei PA-777C Heat Resistant, High Impact Strength Hair Dryers, Irons, Automotive, Water Heaters
High Heat Chi Mei PA-777D Ultra High Heat Resistant, Moderate Impact Strength Hair Dryers, Irons, Automotive, Water Heaters
High Heat Chi Mei PA-777E Ultra High Heat Resistant, Moderate Impact Strength Hair Dryers, Irons, Automotive, Water Heaters

Transparent

Feature Manufacturer Grade Characteristics Typical Uses
Data Sheets
Specifications MSDS Processing Guide UL
Transparent Chi Mei PA-758 Transparent, High Rigidity Toys, Household Appliances, Food Containers
Transparent Chi Mei PA-758R Transparent, High Rigidity, Chemical Resistance Toys, Household Appliances, Food Containers

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