ABS is widely used for pre-production prototypes since it has excellent dimensional stability and is easy to paint and glue. Natural and black ABS are FDA compliant for use in food production.

ABS is both harder and more scratch resistant than PET and POM (Acetal), but has a lower thermal stability. The characteristics of basic ABS offer a wide scope for modification by varying the proportion of the components used in the polymer blend.

ABS is used in a variety of industries for:

• Appliance housing
• Casings
• Boxes
• Furniture components
• Housings
• Covers
• Structural components

ABS Technical Properties

ABS Mechanical Properties

ABS Electronical Properties

ABS Thermal Properties

Other ABS Properties

ABS Stock Sizes

Standard stock sizes/colours for ABS bar and plate in the UK. Please note we do not supply stock material, the information provided is purely for design and research purposes.  

Stock sizes have a +/+ tolerance as the extrusion process is not as accurate as precision machining.

Stock finishes are often scratched and dented. Whilst some sheet plastics come with a protective coating, these can still be damaged underneath due to long supply chains.

Plate stock sheet sizes are 500 x 3,000mm

ABS is a well known plastic and many plastic manufacturers will accommodate special productions of certain sizes. Minimim order costs may apply.