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| Material | Key Properties | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|
| ABS | Impact-resistant, easy to process | Electronics housings, toys, automotive trim |
| PP | Chemical-resistant, lightweight | Food containers, medical devices, packaging |
| PS | Rigid, transparent | Disposable cutlery, CD cases |
| PE | Flexible, low-cost | Bottle caps, household items |
| Material | Key Properties | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|
| PC | High clarity, impact-resistant | Bulletproof glass, phone lens covers |
| PA (Nylon) | Wear-resistant, self-lubricating | Gears, bearings, sports equipment |
| POM (Acetal) | High stiffness, low friction | Precision parts, zippers |
| PBT | Heat-resistant, electrical insulator | Electronic connectors, automotive components |
| Material | Key Properties | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|
| PEEK | Withstands >260°C, biocompatible | Aerospace, medical implants |
| PEI | Flame-retardant, dimensionally stable | Aircraft interiors, 3D-printed parts |
| LCP | Ultra-low warpage | 5G antennas, microelectronics |
| Material | Key Properties | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|
| TPE | Soft-touch, recyclable | Toothbrush grips, seals |
| TPU | Abrasion-resistant, elastic | Shoe soles, phone cases |
| LSR (Liquid Silicone) | Heat/UV-resistant, biocompatible | Medical tubing, baby products |
Mechanical Needs:
Load-bearing? Use PA66 or PEEK.
Wear resistance? POM outperforms ABS.
Thermal Requirements:
High temps? PEEK (260°C) > PP (100°C).
Chemical Resistance:
Oil/fuel exposure? PA12 > ABS.
Aesthetics:
Transparent parts? PC or PMMA.
High-gloss finish? ABS + plating.
Cost:
Commodity plastics (PP/PE) are 30–50% cheaper than engineering grades (PC/PA).
Conductive Plastics: Carbon-filled PC (EMI shielding).
Biodegradables: PLA (food packaging, 3D printing).
Microcellular Foams: MuCell® process (lightweight automotive parts).
Automotive:
Dashboards (ABS+PC), fuel lines (PA12).
Medical:
Syringes (PP), surgical tools (PEEK).
Electronics:
Charger housings (PC+ABS), SIM trays (PBT).
Sustainability: Recycled PET (rPET) for bottles.
Smart Materials: Temperature/light-responsive polymers.
Nanocomposites: Graphene-reinforced PA6 (high-strength parts).
Material choice depends on performance needs, cost, and manufacturability. Tools like MoldFlow simulation help validate designs.
