LG Chem MABS TR552
Plastic Granules
LG ABS TR552 Transparent Grade
LG ABS TR552 is a premium transparent ABS resin engineered for injection molding. It delivers an exceptional balance of high optical clarity, superior impact strength, and excellent chemical resistance for demanding applications.
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Specific Gravity: 1.06 (ASTM D792)
- Mold Shrinkage: 0.4–0.7% at 23℃ with 3.2mm thickness (ASTM D955)
- Melt Flow Index: 11 g/10min at 220℃, 10kg (ASTM D1238)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Strength at Yield: 41 MPa at 23℃, 50mm/min, 3.2mm (ASTM D638)
- Tensile Elongation at Yield: Minimum 5% at 23℃, 50mm/min, 3.2mm (ASTM D638)
- Tensile Elongation at Break: Minimum 15% at 23℃, 50mm/min, 3.2mm (ASTM D638)
- Flexural Strength: 63 MPa at 23℃, 10mm/min, 6.4mm (ASTM D790)
- Flexural Modulus: 1850 MPa at 23℃, 10mm/min, 6.4mm (ASTM D790)
- Rockwell Hardness: 100 (R-Scale, ASTM D785)
Impact Properties
- Izod Impact Strength – Notched:
- 220 J/m (3.2mm thickness, 23℃, ASTM D256)
- 80 J/m (3.2mm thickness, -30℃, ASTM D256)
- 210 J/m (6.4mm thickness, 23℃, ASTM D256)
- 80 J/m (6.4mm thickness, -30℃, ASTM D256)
Thermal Properties
- Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT):
- 82℃ at 1.82 MPa, unannealed, 6.4mm (ASTM D648)
- 90℃ at 0.46 MPa, unannealed, 6.4mm (ASTM D648)
- 88℃ at 1.82 MPa, annealed, 6.4mm (ASTM D648)
- 93℃ at 0.46 MPa, annealed, 6.4mm (ASTM D648)
- Vicat Softening Temperature: 90℃ at 50N, 50℃/h (ASTM D1525)
Optical Properties
- Haze: 2.2% (ASTM D1003)
- Luminous Transmittance: 90% at 3.2mm thickness (ASTM D1003)
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 Optical Clarity
With 90% light transmittance and low haze, TR552 creates crystal-clear components, perfect for displays, covers, and lenses where visual appeal and visibility are critical.
Superior Impact Resistance
This material offers high notch impact strength, even at low temperatures, ensuring durable parts that resist cracking and withstand physical stress during use and assembly.
Excellent Chemical Resilience
TR552 resists a wide range of chemicals, protecting components from degradation caused by common cleaners, oils, and other substances, thereby extending product life.
Use & Applications
- Electrical/Electronic Products: Transparent housings for appliances, covers for indicators and displays, meter windows, battery cases, and LED light diffusers.
- Miscellaneous Goods: Durable cosmetic containers, protective goggles, stationery, toy components, and any product requiring a strong, clear plastic.