ABS is an extremely versatile thermoplastic. It has good impact strength, formability, toughness, and stiffness. This general-purpose, low-cost material has excellent aesthetic qualities.
- ABS is easily thermoformed
- Lends itself to remarkable reproduction of mold detail
- Strength of ABS depends on the temperature
- Good chemical & stress-crack resistance
- Combines toughness with rigidity & creep resistance
- Does not meet FDA requirements