Mechanical Properties

ABS-LCF20 is engineered for superior mechanical performance with 20% low carbon fiber reinforcement. This increased carbon fiber content significantly enhances stiffness, strength, and wear resistance compared to both unreinforced ABS and lower carbon fiber composites, making it suitable for applications subjected to higher mechanical loads and stress conditions.

Tensile Strength: ≥ 90 MPa

Flexural Strength: ≥ 140 MPa

Impact Strength: ≥ 4.5 kJ/m²

With 20% low carbon fiber content, ABS-LCF20 delivers outstanding mechanical properties, offering an excellent balance of strength, durability, and impact resistance for demanding high performance applications.

Thermal and Chemical Resistance

ABS-LCF20 retains the thermal and chemical stability of pure ABS, with notable improvements due to the higher carbon fiber content. It performs reliably in environments with elevated temperatures and moderate chemical exposure.

Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT): Approx. 115°C

Long Term Service Temperature: Up to 115°C

Chemical Resistance: Good resistance to oils, fuels, solvents, and many common chemicals

ABS-LCF20 performs effectively in industrial, automotive, and consumer applications that face moderate to high thermal and chemical demands.

Wear Resistance and Processing

ABS-LCF20 offers superior wear resistance compared to both unreinforced ABS and lower carbon fiber composites, especially in high friction environments. The increased carbon fiber content significantly enhances durability while maintaining good processability with standard thermoplastic methods, though tooling wear may be slightly higher due to the abrasive nature of carbon fibers.

Wear Resistance: Significantly improved under high friction conditions compared to unreinforced ABS

Processing Methods: Injection molding, extrusion (reinforced tooling recommended for prolonged use)

Its excellent wear resistance and mechanical strength make ABS-LCF20 ideal for heavy duty industrial components where durability and mechanical stress are critical factors.

Environmental Adaptability

ABS-LCF20 features very low moisture absorption and excellent dimensional stability, ensuring reliable performance in environments with fluctuating temperatures and humidity. It provides better environmental stability than both unreinforced ABS and ABS with lower carbon fiber content.

Water Absorption: Very low

Dimensional Stability: Excellent, with minimal expansion or contraction under environmental changes

ABS-LCF20 offers reliable performance in diverse indoor and outdoor conditions, making it suitable for applications exposed to challenging environments.

Applications

ABS-LCF20 is designed for demanding applications requiring superior mechanical strength, wear resistance, and thermal stability. Common applications include:

Automotive: Structural components, engine covers, brackets, and housings exposed to elevated mechanical stress and temperatures.

Industrial Manufacturing: Heavy duty parts such as enclosures, fixtures, gears, and support brackets in high wear environments.

Electronics: Protective housings and covers for devices requiring enhanced impact resistance and thermal stability.

Consumer Goods: High performance components such as power tool casings, appliance parts, and durable sports equipment.

Summary Table for ABS-LCF20