COMPARISON OF RAW MATERIALS
- ABS - ABS (full form Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) is a popular thermoplastic polymer frequently used to create plastic enclosures. The reason ABS is used in plastic enclosures is because of its toughness and strength.
- PC - Polycarbonate is strong, stable, weatherproof, and transparent. It is as clear as glass.
- PC/ABS- A combination of ABS and PC.
| ABS | PC/ABS | PC | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature Range | -40 ~ 60℃ (-40 ~160°F) | -40 ~ 85℃ (-40 ~185°F) | -40 ~ 125℃ (-40 ~257°F |
| Flammability (UL94) | HB | 5VB | V-0 |
| UV resistance | Average | Average | Average |