LG Chem ABS SG175G
Plastic Granules
LG ABS SG175G General Grade
LG ABS SG175G is a premium injection molding ABS resin engineered for exceptional high gloss and superior flow, making it ideal for high-quality surface finishes and complex part designs.
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Specific Gravity: 1.05 (ASTM D792)
- Mold Shrinkage: 0.4% – 0.7% at 23℃, 3.2mm thickness (ASTM D955)
- Melt Flow Index: 36 g/10min at 220℃, 10kg (ASTM D1238)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Strength at Yield: 44 MPa at 23℃, 50mm/min, 3.2mm thickness (ASTM D638)
- Tensile Elongation at Break: 10% (minimum) at 23℃, 50mm/min, 3.2mm thickness (ASTM D638)
- Flexural Strength: 70 MPa at 23℃, 10mm/min, 6.4mm thickness (ASTM D790)
- Flexural Modulus: 2500 MPa at 23℃, 10mm/min, 6.4mm thickness (ASTM D790)
- Rockwell Hardness: 108 (R-Scale) (ASTM D785)
Impact Properties
- Izod Impact Strength (Notched):
- 250 J/m at 3.2mm thickness, 23℃ (ASTM D256)
- 230 J/m at 6.4mm thickness, 23℃ (ASTM D256)
Thermal Properties
- Heat Deflection Temperature: 85℃ at 1.82 MPa Edgewise, 6.4mm thickness, unannealed (ASTM D648)
- Vicat Softening Temperature: 93℃ at 50N, 50℃/h (ASTM D1525)
Processing Guide
- Drying Temperature: 70 – 80℃
- Drying Time: 3 – 4 hours
- Injection Temperature: 200 – 250℃
- Mold Temperature: 40 – 80℃
- Screw Speed: 30 – 60 rpm
Features & Benefits
Exceptional Surface Gloss
It delivers a brilliant, mirror-like finish that enhances product aesthetics without additional post-processing, perfect for consumer-facing components.
High Fluidity for Complex Molds
It ensures easy filling of intricate mold designs, reducing injection pressure and cycle time while minimizing defects like short shots or weld lines.
Balanced Mechanical Properties
It offers strong impact resistance and rigidity, providing durability and structural integrity for functional parts in demanding applications.
Use & Applications
- Electrical enclosures and housings
- Consumer electronics components
- Automotive interior trim parts
- Household appliance surfaces
- High-gloss decorative items