LG Chem ABS AF312C
LG ABS AF312C Flame Retardant Grade
LG ABS AF312C is a high-flow, flame-retardant ABS resin ideal for injection molding. It offers a V-0 rating at 2.5mm, excellent dimensional stability, and a high-gloss finish for demanding electrical and electronic components.
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Melt Flow Index: 53 g/10 min (220°C, 10 kg, ASTM D1238)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Strength at Yield: 42 MPa (23°C, 50 mm/min, 3.2 mm, ASTM D638)
- Flexural Strength: 59 MPa (23°C, 10 mm/min, 6.4 mm, ASTM D790)
- Flexural Modulus: 2200 MPa (23°C, 10 mm/min, 6.4 mm, ASTM D790)
- Izod Impact Strength: 22 J/m (Notched, 6.4 mm, 23°C, ASTM D256)
- Rockwell Hardness: R-Scale: 100 (ASTM D785)
Impact Properties
- Izod Impact Strength: 22 J/m (Notched, 6.4 mm, 23°C, ASTM D256)
Thermal Properties
- Heat Deflection Temperature: 74°C (Edgewise, 1.82 MPa, 6.4 mm, unannealed, ASTM D648)
Flame Characteristics
- Flame Retardancy: 2.5 mm V-0 (UL94 rating)
Injection Molding (Processing Conditions)
- Drying Temperature: 70–80°C
- Drying Time: 2–4 hours
- Injection Temperature: 190–230°C
- Mold Temperature: 40–70°C
- Screw Speed: 30–60 rpm
Features & Benefits
Superior Flame Retardant Safety
This ABS AF312C LG Chem grade achieves a UL94 V-0 rating at just 2.5mm thickness, ensuring critical fire safety for internal electronics and enhancing end-product compliance and consumer trust.
Exceptional High-Flow Processing
Its high melt flow index ensures easy filling of complex, thin-walled molds, reducing injection pressure and cycle times for greater manufacturing efficiency and lower per-part costs.
Premium Aesthetic Surface Quality
The material provides high gloss, opaqueness, and excellent paintability and hot stamping compatibility, allowing for vibrant, durable branding and a high-quality visual appeal on finished products.
Use & Applications
- Power Switches & Sockets
- Electronic Alarms & Sensors
- Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)
- Security Camera Housings
- Other Critical Electrical Enclosures