ABSi
Material Data Sheet
ABSi
ABSi™ is an ideal material for conceptual modeling, functional prototyping and direct digital manufacturing. Its strength is superior to standard ABS, and the translucent nature of ABSi is beneficial for monitoring material flow and light transmission, commonly used for automotive applications.
Color options:
Translucent Natural, Translucent Amber, Translucent Red
Quick Facts:
- Translucent material
- Superior strength to standard ABS
- Common for automotive applications
| Mechanical Properties | Test Method | English | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength (Type 1, 0.125”, 0.2”/min) | ASTM D638 | 5,400 psi | 37 MPa |
| Tensile Modulus (Type 1, 0.125”, 0.2”/min) | ASTM D638 | 277,700 psi | 1,920 MPa |
| Tensile Elongation (Type 1, 0.125”, 0.2”/min) | ASTM D638 | 4.4% | 4.4% |
| Flexural Strength (Method 1, 0.05”/min) | ASTM D790 | 8,980 psi | 62 MPa |
| Flexural Modulus (Method 1, 0.05”/min) | ASTM D790 | 278,000 psi | 1,920 MPa |
| IZOD Impact, notched (Method A, 23°C) | ASTM D256 | 1.8 ft-lb/in | 96.4 J/m |
| IZOD Impact, un-notched (Method A, 23°C) | ASTM D256 | 3.6 ft-lb/in | 191.1 J/m |
| Thermal Properties | Test Method | English | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heat Deflection (HDT) @ 66 psi, 0.125” unannealed | ASTM D648 | 188° F | 110° C |
| Heat Deflection (HDT) @ 264 psi, 0.125” unannealed | ASTM D648 | 163° F | 96° C |
| Glass Transition Temperature (Tg) | DMA (SSYS) | 240° F | 125° C |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | ASTM D696 | 6.7×10-06 in/in/° F | 12.1×10-05 mm/mm/° C |
| Melting Point | ———— | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electrical Properties | Test Method | Value Range |
|---|---|---|
| Volume Resistivity | ASTM D257 | 1.5×109 – 6.1×1010 ohm-cm |
| Dielectric Constant | ASTM D150-98 | 3.4 – 3.6 |
| Surface Resistance | ASTM D150-98 | 0.12 – 0.15 |
| Dielectric Strength | ASTM D149-09, Method A | 100 – 320 V/mil |
| Other | Test Method | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Specifid Gravity | ASTM D792 | 1.08 |
| Rockwell Hardness | ASTM D785 | R108 |
| Flame Classification | UL 94 | HB (0.059”, 1.5mm) |
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