LG Chem ABS AF312A
Plastic Granules
LG ABS AF312A Flame Retardant Grade
LG Chem AF312A is a high-flow ABS resin with V-0 flame retardancy (1.5mm), ideal for injection molding. It offers excellent opacity, dimensional stability, and surface finish properties like paintability and hot stamping.
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Melt Flow Index: 53 g/10min (220℃, 10kg; ASTM D1238)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Strength at Yield: 43 MPa (23℃, 50mm/min, 3.2mm; ASTM D638)
- Flexural Strength: 60 MPa (23℃, 10mm/min, 6.4mm; ASTM D790)
- Flexural Modulus: 2230 MPa (23℃, 10mm/min, 6.4mm; ASTM D790)
- Rockwell Hardness: 101 (R-Scale; ASTM D785)
Impact Properties
- Izod Impact Strength (Notched): 21 J/m (6.4mm, 23℃; ASTM D256)
Thermal Properties
- Heat Deflection Temperature: 84℃ (Edgewise, 1.82MPa, 6.4mm, Unannealed; ASTM D648)
Optical Properties
- Opacity: High
Flame Characteristics
- Flame Retardancy: V-0 (1.5mm thickness; UL-94 standard implied from context)
Injection Molding Parameters
- Drying Temperature: 70–80℃
- Drying Time: 2–4 hrs
- Injection Temperature: 190–230℃
- Mold Temperature: 40–70℃
- Screw Speed: 30–60 rpm
Features & Benefits
Superior Flame Retardancy
AF312A achieves UL94 V-0 rating at just 1.5mm thickness, ensuring safety in electrical applications without compromising structural integrity.
High Flow for Easy Processing
With a melt flow index of 53 g/10min, it fills complex molds quickly, reducing cycle times and improving production efficiency for thin-walled parts.
Excellent Surface Quality
This material supports painting, hot stamping, and offers high opacity, making it perfect for aesthetically demanding components like control panels and sockets.
Use & Applications
- Switch panels
- Sockets
- Chargers
- Electric control boxes