T-SV 0157 is a ABS grade intended for applications including Panels for large appliances; Thermoformed items such as hot tubs. Review the listed technical properties and confirm current specifications, regulatory suitability and availability with the relevant supplier before purchase.
Representative disclosure:
Applications
- Panels for large appliances
- Thermoformed items such as hot tubs
- Recreational vehicle parts
- Refrigerator liners
- Prior to processing, drying is advised in a desiccant dehumidifying hopper dryer.
- Inlet air dew point of -20°F (-29°C) or below is recommended to achieve a moisture content of 0.1%.
- Typical drying conditions: 2 hours at 180° – 190°F (82° – 88°C). 4 hours at 160° – 170°F (71° – 77°C) if lower temperature is preferred.
- 2 hours at 180° – 190°F (82° – 88°C).
- 4 hours at 160° – 170°F (71° – 77°C) if lower temperature is preferred.
Technical properties
Technical values are source-captured and pending confirmation against current supplier documentation.
| Property | Melt Flow Index (200°C/5KG) | Unit | GR/10MIN | Test Method | ASTM D-1238 | Typical Value | 0.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Property | Izod Impact Strength | Unit | KGF.CM/CM | Test Method | ASTM D-256 | Typical Value | 31 |
| Property | Vicat Softening Point (5KGF LOAD) | Unit | °C | Test Method | ASTM D-1525 | Typical Value | 101 |
| Property | Tensile Strength at Yield | Unit | KGF/CM2 | Test Method | ASTM D-638 | Typical Value | 430 |
| Property | Flexural Strength at Yield | Unit | KGF/CM2 | Test Method | ASTM D-790 | Typical Value | 620 |
| Property | Flexural Modulus | Unit | KGF/CM2 | Test Method | ASTM D-790 | Typical Value | 21000 |
| Property | Rockwell Hardness (at 23°C) | Unit | R.SCALE | Test Method | ASTM D-785 | Typical Value | 104 |