LG Chem ABS ER400-M
LG ABS ER400-M Heat Resistant Grade
LG ABS ER400-M is a low-gloss, low-VOC ABS resin designed for injection molding. It offers medium heat resistance and is ideal for non-painted interior components, supporting better indoor air quality and streamlined manufacturing.
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Specific Gravity: 1.04 (ISO 1183)
- Mold Shrinkage: 0.4 ~ 0.8% (23℃, 3.2mm, ISO 294-4)
- Melt Flow Rate (MFR): 12 g/10min (220℃, 10kg, ISO 1133)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Strength at Yield: 5 MPa (23℃, 50mm/min, 4mm, ISO 527)
- Tensile Elongation at Break: ≥10% (23℃, 50mm/min, 4mm, ISO 527)
- Tensile Modulus: 2200 MPa (23℃, 1mm/min, 4mm, ISO 527)
- Flexural Strength: 62 MPa (23℃, 2mm/min, 4mm, ISO 178)
- Flexural Modulus: 2000 MPa (23℃, 2mm/min, 4mm, ISO 178)
Impact Properties
- Izod Notched Impact Strength:
- 22 kJ/m² (4mm, 23℃, ISO 180/1A)
- 12 kJ/m² (4mm, -30℃, ISO 180/1A)
- Charpy Notched Impact Strength:
- 21 kJ/m² (4mm, 23℃, ISO 179/1eA)
- 12 kJ/m² (4mm, -30℃, ISO 179/1eA)
Thermal Properties
- Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT):
- 82℃ (1.8 MPa, flatwise, 4mm, unannealed, ISO 75)
- 90℃ (1.8 MPa, flatwise, 4mm, annealed, ISO 75)
- 90℃ (0.45 MPa, flatwise, 4mm, unannealed, ISO 75)
- 94℃ (0.45 MPa, flatwise, 4mm, annealed, ISO 75)
- Vicat Softening Temperature: 100℃ (50N, 50℃/h, ISO 306)
Injection Molding Guidelines
- Drying Temperature: 80 ~ 90℃
- Drying Time: 3 ~ 4 hours
- Injection Temperature: 220 ~ 290℃
- Mold Temperature: 40 ~ 80℃
- Screw Speed: 30 ~ 60 rpm
Features & Benefits
Low VOC for Healthier Interiors
ER400-M features very low TVOC emissions, making it an excellent choice for vehicle cockpits and interior trims. This contributes to healthier cabin air quality, meeting stringent environmental standards.
Low Gloss Without Painting
This resin achieves a consistent low-gloss surface directly out of the mold. It eliminates the need for secondary painting, reducing production costs and environmental impact for parts like door trims.
Balanced Strength and Processability
It provides a robust balance of impact strength, heat resistance, and easy flow. This ensures durable performance for interior applications while allowing for efficient, high-quality molding.
Use & Applications
- Automotive Cockpits & Instrument Panels
- Interior Door Trims
- Edge Bands and Profiles
- Various Interior Components