abs

overview of abs

— abs plastic (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) is a thermoplastic material that possesses medium strength and performance at medium cost. abs is available in two basic types: thermoforming grade, and machine grade. thermoforming grades of abs sheet range from unfilled general purpose (gp), to flame retardant versions (fr). thermoforming grades of abs can also be blended with pvc for greater impact-resistance(kydex® and boltaron®). engineering grade (aka machine grade) abs is supplied in both sheets & rods, usually in two standard colors; natural (tan) or black. these machine grade abs stock shapes are intended for machined parts used in a variety of engineering applications. additionally, machine grade abs can be supplied upon request in specialty versions such as; flame-retardant or food grades.