PS (Polystyrene) Material Properties
Mechanical Properties
- High rigidity (GPPS)
- Good impact resistance (HIPS)
- Excellent dimensional stability
- Good surface hardness
- Low moisture absorption
- Good electrical properties
PS (Polystyrene) Thermal Properties
- Heat deflection temperature: 75-100°C
- Maximum continuous use: 50-70°C
- Limited heat resistance
- Good thermal stability
PS (Polystyrene) Processing Properties
- Excellent processability
- Low processing temperature
- Good flow properties
- Easy to color
- Good detail reproduction
- Low mold shrinkage
PS (Polystyrene) Parts Manufacturing Processes
Injection Molding
ExcellentAdvantages
- High clarity
- Good flow
- Fast cycles
- Cost-effective
Key Parameters
melt temperature: 180-280°C
mold temperature: 20-60°C
injection pressure: 70-140 MPa
CNC Machining
GoodAdvantages
- Good surface finish
- Easy to machine
- Clear parts possible
- Cost-effective
Key Parameters
cutting speed: 200-300 m/min
feed rate: 0.1-0.2 mm/rev
tool type: Standard tools
3D Printing
ModerateAdvantages
- Low cost
- Quick prototypes
- Design freedom
- No tooling
Key Parameters
nozzle temperature: 230-250°C
bed temperature: 70-90°C
layer height: 0.1-0.2mm
PS (Polystyrene) Technical Specifications
density
1.04-1.05 g/cm³
water absorption
<0.1%
tensile strength gpps
30-55 MPa
tensile strength hips
20-35 MPa
flexural modulus
2800-3500 MPa
impact strength hips
50-160 J/m
heat deflection
75-100°C
mold shrinkage
0.4-0.7%
Processing Guidelines
molding temperature
180-280°C
mold temperature
20-60°C
drying conditions
70°C for 2-4 hours
injection pressure
70-140 MPa
recommended thickness
1.0-4.0 mm
PS (Polystyrene) Parts Industry Applications
Packaging
- Food containers
- Disposable cutlery
- CD cases
- Display packaging
Consumer Goods
- Appliance housings
- Toys
- Office supplies
- Display items
Medical
- Petri dishes
- Test tubes
- Laboratory supplies
- Diagnostic components
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