PC-ABS

Production-grade Thermoplastic

PC-ABS (polycarbonate-ABS) is one of the most widely used industrial thermoplastics. PC-ABS offers the most desirable properties of both materials – the superior strength and heat resistance of PC and the flexibility of ABS.

PC-ABS blends are commonly used in automotive, electronics and telecommunications applications. PC-ABS parts are best suited to conceptual modeling, functional prototyping, manufacturing tools and production parts.

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PC-ABS Material Profile

Learn more about the benefits of FDM printed parts

The NASA Mars rover includes several FDM parts printed in PC-ABS.

NASA depends on ABS, PC-ABS and other polycarbonate materials for 3D-printed parts on the Mars rover. FDM production-grade thermoplastics like PC-ABS produce parts that are lightweight but durable enough for rugged environments.

PC-ABS Hand Vac

Main Uses

Material commonly used in the automotive, electronics and telecommunication industries.

PC-ABS Material Applications

Conceptual modeling

Functional prototyping

Production parts

Manufacturing Aids

PC-ABS Material Specification

Properties and testing results for the 3D printing material

MECHANICAL PROPERTIESTEST METHODENGLISHMETRIC
Tensile Strength (Type 1, 0.125”, 0.2”/min)ASTM D6385,900 psi41 MPa
Tensile Modulus (Type 1, 0.125”, 0.2”/min)ASTM D638278,000 psi1,900 MPa
Tensile Elongation (Type 1, 0.125”, 0.2”/min)ASTM D6380.060.06
Flexural Strength (Method 1, 0.05”/min)ASTM D7909,800 psi68 MPa
Flexural Modulus (Method 1, 0.05”/min)ASTM D790280,000 psi1,900 MPa
IZOD Impact, notched (Method A, 23 °C)ASTM D2563.7 ft-lb/in196 J/m
IZOD Impact, un-notched (Method A, 23 °C)ASTM D2569 ft-lb/in481 J/m
MECHANICAL PROPERTIESTEST METHODENGLISHMETRIC
Tensile Strength (Type 1, 0.125”, 0.2”/min)ASTM D6385,900 psi41 MPa
Tensile Modulus (Type 1, 0.125”, 0.2”/min)ASTM D638278,000 psi1,900 MPa
Tensile Elongation (Type 1, 0.125”, 0.2”/min)ASTM D6380.060.06
Flexural Strength (Method 1, 0.05”/min)ASTM D7909,800 psi68 MPa
Flexural Modulus (Method 1, 0.05”/min)ASTM D790280,000 psi1,900 MPa
IZOD Impact, notched (Method A, 23 °C)ASTM D2563.7 ft-lb/in196 J/m
IZOD Impact, un-notched (Method A, 23 °C)ASTM D2569 ft-lb/in481 J/m
ELECTRICAL PROPERTIESTEST METHODVALUE RANGE
Volume ResistivityASTM D2572.0×1014 – 4.4×1013 ohm-cm
Dielectric ConstantASTM D150-982.9 – 2.7
Dissipation FactorASTM D150-98.0035 – .0032
Dielectric StrengthASTM D149-09, Method A340 – 90 V/mil
OTHERTEST METHODVALUE
Specific GravityASTM D7921.1
DensityASTM D7920.0397 lb/in3
Rockwell HardnessASTM D785R110

Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) Service

Advantages of parts built with a Stratasys FDM 3D Printer

Tough long-lasting parts

FDM technology works with engineering-grade thermoplastics to build strong, long-lasting and dimensionally stable parts with the best accuracy and repeatability of any 3D printing technology.

FDM parts are tough enough to be used as advanced conceptual models, functional prototypes, manufacturing tools and production parts.

Meet production demands

Our FDM production machines are as versatile and durable as the parts they produce.

With the largest build envelopes and material capacities in their class, we can provide longer, uninterrupted build times, bigger parts and higher quantities than other additive manufacturing service providers.

Gain new possibilities

TriMech's FDM 3D printing service will help to streamline your business processes from design through manufacturing, reducing costs and eliminating traditional barriers along the way.

Industries we work with are able to cut lead times and costs, we help clients to deliver better products and get to market faster.

Industries we work with

TriMech services are used in a wide variety of industries

Architecture 3D Printing

Architecture & Construction

  • Model making
  • Urban planning
  • Concepts
Consumer Product 3D printing

High Tech & Consumer Products

  • Aesthetic and function testing
  • Concepts and prototypes
  • Sales and marketing models
Industrial design 3D printing

Industrial Design & Manufacturing

  • Aerospace
  • Automotive
  • Defense
  • Industrial equipment
  • Marine and offshore
  • Oil and gas
Medical 3D printing

Dental, Medical & Life Sciences

  • Anatomical models
  • Medical devices
  • Orthopedics
  • Prosthetics
  • Surgical planning models
Mold tool die 3D printing

Industrial Products, Mold Tool & Die

  • Jigs, fixtures, and assembly tooling
  • Injection molding
  • Silicone molding
  • Sand and investment casting
  • Thermoforming

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