Sabic CYCOLAC BDT6500 ABS Resin

Physical Properties

• Specific Gravity: ASTM D792 yields 1.05 g/cc, matching BDT5510 for low-gloss automotive interiors but with adjusted melt flow properties.
• Viscosity: Melt viscosity is 1550 cP at 1000 1/s shear rate and 260°C (ASTM D3825), slightly lower than BDT5510 for improved processability.
• Linear Mold Shrinkage, Flow: SABIC method shows 0.0050–0.0080 cm/cm at 3.20 mm thickness, consistent with other interior-grade ABS grades.
• Melt Flow: ASTM D1238 (3.80 kg, 230°C) reports 3.3 g/10 min, suitable for parts requiring slower flow and higher structural integrity.
• Spiral Flow: Extends to 86.4 cm, indicating better flow capacity for larger or more intricate interior components.

Polymer Properties:

• Base Material: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
• Modification Features:
  
  • Low gloss finish designed for automotive interiors requiring non-reflective surfaces.
  • Excellent color-matching capability to meet diverse OEM design specifications.

Applications:

These applications align with CYCOLAC® BDT6500’s properties, suitable for injection molding or potential 3D printing:

1. Automotive Instrument Panels:Dashboard upper panels, gauge cluster surrounds.
   • Why Suitable:
     • Moderate heat resistance (HDT ~90–95°C) withstands sunlight exposure in vehicle interiors. Low gloss reduces glare for driver safety.
     • Colorability supports custom designs, and moderate toughness (~15–20 kJ/m²) handles vibrations. Dimensional stability (low CLTE) ensures precise fitment.
   • Processing: Injection molding for high-volume production; 3D printing highly feasible for prototyping custom panels or surrounds, leveraging ABS’s printability and low-gloss aesthetics.
2. Dashboard Panels:Lower dashboard trim, glovebox covers.
   • Why Suitable:
     • High flow enables complex shapes, and low gloss ensures non-reflective surfaces.
     • Moderate heat resistance supports dashboard environments.
     • Moderate strength (~40–50 MPa) is sufficient for non-structural trim.
   • Processing: Injection molding; 3D printing feasible for prototyping or custom trim components.