Sabic CYCOLAC BDT5510 ABS Resin

Physical Properties

• Specific Gravity: Specific gravity measured per ASTM D792 is 1.05 g/cc, suitable for high heat-resistant and low-gloss automotive interior applications.
• Viscosity: Melt viscosity is 1630 cP at a shear rate of 1000 1/s and 260°C (ASTM D3825), indicating flow behavior under processing conditions.
• Linear Mold Shrinkage, Flow: Shrinkage for 3.20 mm thickness: 0.0050–0.0080 cm/cm, critical for injection molding mold design.
• Melt Flow: ASTM D1238 (3.80 kg, 230°C) gives 6.0 g/10 min; ISO 1133 (10.0 kg, 220°C) gives 14 g/10 min, reflecting flow rates under different loads and temperatures.
• Spiral Flow: Measures 73.7 cm, indicating material flowability in molds for complex interior parts.

Polymer Properties:

• Base Material: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
• Modification Features:
  • High heat resistance for automotive interior components exposed to elevated temperatures.
  • Low gloss surface texture ideal for reducing glare in vehicle cabin applications.
  • Color concentratable formulation enabling easy customization for interior design needs.

Applications:

These applications align with CYCOLAC® BDT5510’s properties, suitable for injection molding or potential 3D printing:

1. Automotive Instrument Panels:
   • Product: Dashboard upper panels, gauge cluster surrounds.
   • Why Suitable: High heat resistance (HDT ~95–100°C) withstands dashboard thermal loads (e.g., sunlight exposure). Low gloss reduces glare, enhancing driver comfort. Colorability supports custom interior designs. Moderate toughness (~15–25 kJ/m²) handles vibrations.
   • Processing: Injection molding for high-volume production; 3D printing feasible for prototyping custom panels with industrial printers.
2. Automotive Interior Parts:
   • Product: Center console covers, air vent surrounds, non-structural trim inserts.
   • Why Suitable: Low gloss and colorability provide aesthetic appeal for visible interior components. Dimensional stability (low CLTE) ensures precise fitment. Good chemical resistance suits exposure to cleaners or skin oils.
   • Processing: Injection molding; 3D printing viable for prototyping trim inserts.
3. Automotive Trim Panels:
   • Product: Door trim panels, pillar covers.
   • Why Suitable: Low gloss and molded-in color options reduce reflections and painting costs. Moderate mechanical properties support non-structural trim. Heat resistance suits interior thermal cycles.
   • Processing: Injection molding; 3D printing for prototype trim panels.
4. Dashboard Panels:
   • Product: Lower dashboard trim, glovebox covers.
   • Why Suitable: Similar to instrument panels, low gloss and heat resistance ensure aesthetic and thermal performance. Excellent moldability supports complex shapes.
   • Processing: Injection molding; 3D printing for custom trim prototypes.
5. Automotive Door Trims:
   • Product: Armrest covers, door handle surrounds.
   • Why Suitable: Colorability and low gloss provide premium interior aesthetics. Moderate toughness and chemical resistance ensure durability against user interaction and cleaners.
   • Processing: Injection molding; 3D printing for prototyping.
6. Phone Cases:
   • Product: Protective smartphone cases.
   • Why Suitable: Good surface finish and colorability support aesthetic, consumer-friendly designs. Moderate toughness (~15–25 kJ/m²) protects against drops. Lightweight (~1.05 g/cm³) compared to PA6 grades. Suitable for non-automotive, low-stress applications.
   • Processing: Injection molding; 3D printing viable for custom or prototype cases.