Prime PCABS is classified as an amorphous thermoplastic blend of ABS and Polycarbonate. This product is known for high impact and notched impact strength stiffness heat resistance dimensional accuracy low shrinkage low warp and light stability. This product is available in Non-reinforced general purpose Non-reinforced flame retardant Glass fiber reinforced Acrylic co-extruded cap. Property Prime PCABS Impact Strength Very High Avg. Test Method Value Unit Tensile Yield D638 8100 psi Tensile Break D638 8700 psi Tensile Modulus D638 479000 psi Flexural Modulus D790 434000 psi Notched Izod 73F D256 8 ft-lbin Low Temperature Impact Strength Notched Izod -22F D256 Tensile Strength Vicat Softening D1525 244 F ft-lbin Flexural Modulus HDT 66 psi D648 280 F Heat Deflection Temperature HDT 264 psi D648 258 F CLTE E831 3.65x10-5 Applications Specific Gravity D792 1.22 Some ideal applications for Prime PCABS include the following Engine covers Fan shrouds Structural parts Motorcycle fairings Water Absorption 24 hrs. 73F D570 0.1 Finishing Cutting or machining of this product may be done by sawing drilling grinding sanding punching and die cutting. High pressure and laser cutting will also work for this product. Prime PCABS may be bonded with chemical mechanical screws and other type of fasteners as well as sonic welding. ininF Processing Forming temp. is 400F tool temperature is 150-200F. The part can be de-molded at 200F. Sheet should be dried before forming 180F for 2-4 hrs. Colors Textures and Capabilities PCABS can be color matched to suit your needs. Several textures are available including HC FLHC Calf Grain and more. Sheet thickness can range from .090-.400 and in widths of up to 120. Please contact your Piedmont Plastics representative for more information on finishing fabricating or the thermoforming process. Notice All statements information and data given herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without guarantee warranty or re
sponsibility of any kind expressed or implied. Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of our products are made without representation of warranty that such use is free of patent infringement and are not recommendations to infringe any patent. The user should not assume that all safety measures are indicated or that other measures may not be required. Large enough to handle YOUR requirements small enough to handle YOUR needs.
