INEOS Styrolution H701 ABS Resin
INEOS Styrolution H701 is an acrylonitrile – butadiene – styrene (ABS) polymer known for its low emission, high impact strength, heat resistance and good flowability.
Physical Properties
- Density:The density of the material is 1.04 g/cc in the metric system and 0.0376 lb/in³ in the English system, as per ISO 1183.
- Linear Mold Shrinkage:As specified by ISO 294-4, the linear mold shrinkage ranges from 0.0050 to 0.0080 cm/cm (in/in).
- Melt Flow:Under a load of 10.0 kg (22.0 lb) at 220°C (428°F), the melt flow rate is 8.0 g/10 min per ISO 1133.
Polymer Properties:
Applications:
- Automotive Industry
- Novodur® H701 is widely used in the automotive sector due to its low emission properties, which meet the interior emission requirements of automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Its high gloss, heat resistance, and impact strength make it ideal for both interior and exterior components.
- Interior Applications
- Unpainted Components: Novodur® H701 is suitable for producing unpainted interior parts that require a high-quality surface finish and durability. Examples include:
- Loudspeaker Grills: Provides excellent surface quality and impact resistance for aesthetic and functional audio components.
- Air Ventings: Ensures dimensional stability and heat resistance for air circulation systems.
- Steering Wheel Covers: Offers a combination of high gloss and impact strength for ergonomic and visually appealing designs.
- Roof Consoles: Maintains structural integrity and aesthetic appeal under varying temperature conditions.
- Unpainted Components: Novodur® H701 is suitable for producing unpainted interior parts that require a high-quality surface finish and durability. Examples include:
- Painted/Decorated Components: Its low warpage and good thermal stability make it suitable for painted or decorated interior parts such as:
- Glove Boxes: Provides a smooth surface for painting and withstands frequent use.
- Centre Consoles: Ensures durability and a premium finish for high-touch areas.
- Instrument Panel Trims: Offers a balance of flowability and strength for complex, high-gloss trim designs.
- Exterior Applications
- Exterior Trim: Novodur® H701 is used for exterior components that require a balance of aesthetics and durability, including:
- Mirror Housings: Provides high gloss and resistance to environmental stress, ensuring long-term performance.
- Exterior Pillars and Trims: Maintains structural integrity and surface quality under weathering conditions.
- Spoilers: Offers good flowability for intricate designs and impact resistance for durability.
- Exterior Trim: Novodur® H701 is used for exterior components that require a balance of aesthetics and durability, including:
- Electrical and Electronic Devices
- Novodur® H701’s high surface quality, impact strength, and thermal stability make it an excellent choice for housings and components in electrical and electronic applications. Its low emission properties are particularly beneficial for enclosed environments where volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions must be minimized.
- Housings for Consumer Electronics: Used in devices such as remote controls, small appliances, and audio equipment, where a high-gloss finish and impact resistance are critical.
- Electrical Enclosures: Provides durability and aesthetic appeal for protective casings in household and industrial electronics.
- Connectors and Covers: Ensures dimensional stability and ease of processing for precision components in electronic devices.
- Novodur® H701’s high surface quality, impact strength, and thermal stability make it an excellent choice for housings and components in electrical and electronic applications. Its low emission properties are particularly beneficial for enclosed environments where volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions must be minimized.
- General Injection Molding Applications
- The material’s excellent flowability and balanced mechanical properties make it suitable for a variety of injection-molded products across multiple industries.
- Household Appliances: Used in components for appliances like vacuum cleaners, coffee machines, and kitchen devices, where durability, aesthetic appeal, and heat resistance are required.
- Toys and Leisure Products: Its impact strength and high surface quality make it ideal for producing durable, visually appealing toys and recreational items.
- Industrial Components: Applied in parts requiring a combination of strength, low warpage, and good processability, such as machinery covers and structural elements.
- The material’s excellent flowability and balanced mechanical properties make it suitable for a variety of injection-molded products across multiple industries.