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DIFFERENT MATERIALS WITH VARIED REQUIREMENTS
Rigid Polyvinyl Chloride (unplasticized PVC / uPVC)
- High strength and rigid thermoplastic material.
- Excellent resistance to chemicals, corrosion, and moisture.
- Lightweight with good mechanical strength.
- Good electrical insulation properties.
- Heat deflection temperature up to approx. 60–75°C.
- UV-stabilized polycarbonate.
- Naturally flame retardant and self-extinguishing.
- UV-stabilized grades available for outdoor applications.
- Long service life with low maintenance.
Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (Flexible PVC)
- Flexible thermoplastic material due to the addition of plasticizers.
- Good resistance to chemicals, oils, and moisture.
- Excellent flexibility and bendability for various applications.
- Good electrical insulation properties.
- Moderate impact resistance with good durability.
- Heat deflection temperature up to approx. 60°C.
- Naturally flame retardant and self-extinguishing.
- UV-stabilized grades available for outdoor use.
- Widely used for tubes, cables, hoses, and flexible profiles.
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
- Weather-resistant and UV-stable amorphous thermoplastic, developed as an outdoor alternative to ABS.
- Excellent resistance to sunlight, making it suitable for long-term outdoor applications.
- High impact strength with good mechanical and dimensional stability.
- Good chemical and corrosion resistance.
- Heat deflection temperature up to approx. 90–100°C.
- Excellent surface finish with glossy or matte appearance.
- Good colour stability and long-term durability in outdoor environments.
- Available in various colours and UV-stabilized grades.
- Commonly used for automotive parts, outdoor equipment, signage, and exterior profiles.
ASA (Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate)
- High-performance amorphous thermoplastic similar to ABS with superior UV resistance.
- Excellent weather and sunlight resistance for long-term outdoor applications.
- High impact strength with good mechanical durability.
- Good resistance to chemicals and environmental stress.
- Heat deflection temperature up to approx. 90–100°C.
- Excellent surface finish with glossy or matte appearance.
- Good colour stability with minimal fading or yellowing.
- Suitable for automotive parts, outdoor equipment, and exterior profiles.
SAN (Styrene Acrylonitrile)
- Rigid, transparent amorphous copolymer made from styrene and acrylonitrile.
- Excellent clarity and light transmission with glass-like appearance.
- Higher heat resistance compared to standard polystyrene.
- Good chemical resistance to oils, fats, and detergents.
- High rigidity, surface hardness, and scratch resistance.
- Good dimensional stability and mechanical strength.
- Suitable for injection molding, extrusion, and blow molding.
- Commonly used for kitchenware, cosmetic packaging, appliance parts, and transparent housings.
Polycarbonate (PC)
- High shock resistance (nearly unbreakable).
- Good light transmission.
- Flammability rating UL94 "HB" to "V0" (depending on material type).
- High heat deflection temperature (up to ca. 130 Degree Celsius).
- Available in transparent and opal colours.
- UV-stabilized polycarbonate.
- Self-extinguishing according to CE regulations, polycarbonate tubes do not allow the flame to spre
Poly Methyl Methacrylate (PMMA)
- Unmatched weather and aging-resistance (no yellowness-effect from UV-radiation).
- Very high light transmission.
- Flammability rating UL 94 "HB" (burns with very low smoke- and pollutant-level).
- Reasonably shock resistant.
- Heat deflection temperature from 850 Degree Celsius to 1000 Degree Celsius (depending on material type).
- Available in transparent, opal, diffuse/satin (frost) and individual colours.
- On request, application of specific material types, the shock resistance for certain needs (i.e. vandalism) can be improved.
Polycarbonate – Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene Blend (PC-ABS Blend)
- High-performance thermoplastic blend combining strength of PC and processability of ABS.
- Excellent impact resistance, even at low temperatures.
- Higher heat resistance than standard ABS (typically up to 100–120°C).
- Good dimensional stability with low shrinkage.
- Improved flow and easy processing compared to pure polycarbonate.
- Excellent surface finish and aesthetic appearance.
- Good mechanical strength and rigidity.
- Can be flame-retardant or glass-filled as per application needs.
- Widely used for automotive parts, electronic housings, appliances, and industrial components.
High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
- Strong and durable thermoplastic with high strength-to-density ratio.
- Excellent chemical, corrosion, and moisture resistance.
- Lightweight material with good impact resistance.
- Good resistance to weathering, mildew, and environmental stress.
- Melting temperature approx. 130–137°C.
- Good flexibility with toughness for various applications.
- Opaque material, typically milky white or translucent.
- Easy to process and recycle (#2 recycling grade).
- Widely used for pipes, containers, packaging, bottles, and industrial products.
PP (Polypropylene)
- Versatile, lightweight thermoplastic with high durability and strength.
- Excellent chemical resistance to acids, alkalis, and solvents.
- High fatigue resistance, ideal for repeated bending applications.
- High melting temperature approx. 160–170°C.
- Good impact resistance and toughness.
- Low density, making it lightweight and cost-effective.
- Good electrical insulation properties.
- Safe for food contact (BPA-free grades available).
- Widely used for packaging, automotive parts, medical devices, textiles, and industrial components.
PS (Polystyrene)
- Rigid, lightweight thermoplastic with good clarity and stiffness.
- Naturally transparent and brittle (GPPS) or toughened (HIPS).
- Available in solid and foam forms (EPS/XPS).
- Excellent thermal insulation properties (especially in foam form).
- Low cost and easy processability for mass production.
- Good dimensional stability with low moisture absorption.
- Melting temperature approx. 90–100°C (softening range).
- Easily processed by injection molding, extrusion, and thermoforming.
- Widely used for packaging, disposable items, insulation, and consumer goods.
TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer)
- Flexible, rubber-like material with thermoplastic processing capability.
- Combines properties of rubber (elasticity) and plastic (easy processing).
- Excellent flexibility, softness, and grip.
- Good impact resistance and durability.
- Resistant to weathering, UV, and chemicals (grade dependent).
- Good recyclability and reusability.
- Wide hardness range (soft to semi-rigid).
- Good electrical insulation properties.
- Suitable for overmolding and multi-material applications.
- Widely used for seals, gaskets, grips, cables, footwear, and automotive parts.
PS (Polystyrene)
- Rigid, lightweight thermoplastic with good clarity and stiffness.
- Naturally transparent and brittle (GPPS) or toughened (HIPS).
- Available in solid and foam forms (EPS/XPS).
- High melting temperature approx. 160–170°C.
- Good impact resistance and toughness.
- Low density, making it lightweight and cost-effective.
- Good electrical insulation properties.
- Safe for food contact (BPA-free grades available).
- Widely used for packaging, automotive parts, medical devices, textiles, and industrial components.
TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer)
- Flexible, rubber-like material with thermoplastic processing capability.
- Combines elasticity of rubber with ease of plastic processing.
- Excellent flexibility, softness, and elasticity.
- Wide hardness range (approx. 20A to 90A Shore).
- Good impact, abrasion, and fatigue resistance.
- Resistant to chemicals, UV, and weathering (grade dependent).
- Easily processed by injection molding, extrusion, and blow molding.
- Fully recyclable and reprocessable.
- Cost-effective compared to traditional rubber materials.
- Widely used for seals, gaskets, grips, cables, medical devices, and automotive parts.
TPV (Thermoplastic Vulcanizate)
- High-performance thermoplastic elastomer combining rubber elasticity with thermoplastic processability.
- Made from vulcanized rubber (typically EPDM) dispersed in a PP matrix.
- Excellent flexibility with high tensile strength and durability.
- Superior heat resistance and high-temperature performance.
- Excellent chemical, fluid, and UV resistance.
- Low compression set, ideal for sealing applications.
- Good impact resistance and fatigue performance.
- Easily processed by injection molding and extrusion.
- Fully recyclable and reprocessable.
- Widely used for automotive seals, gaskets, weatherstrips, tubing, and electrical insulation.
TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber)
- Rubber-like flexible material with thermoplastic processing capability.
- Typically based on styrenic block copolymers (SBS/SEBS).
- Excellent flexibility, elasticity, and shock absorption.
- Good durability and impact resistance.
- Resistant to chemicals, moisture, and UV (grade dependent).
- Wide hardness range (soft to semi-rigid).
- Easily processed by injection molding and extrusion.
- Recyclable and cost-effective compared to traditional rubber.
- Good colourability and surface finish.
- Widely used for footwear soles, grips, seals, toys, and automotive parts.
TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane)
- Flexible, durable elastomer combining rubber-like elasticity with thermoplastic processing.
- Excellent abrasion, wear, and tear resistance.
- High tensile strength and toughness.
- Resistant to oils, grease, chemicals, and solvents.
- Maintains flexibility over a wide temperature range.
- Good impact resistance and durability.
- Easily processed by injection molding, extrusion, and 3D printing.
- Available in transparent and coloured grades.
- Fully recyclable and reprocessable.
- Widely used for footwear, phone cases, seals, gaskets, hoses, and medical devices.
PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate / PETE)
- Lightweight, strong, and transparent thermoplastic polyester.
- Excellent clarity and high strength-to-weight ratio.
- Good barrier properties against moisture and gases.
- Resistant to water, oils, and alcohols.
- Good impact resistance and shatterproof nature.
- Melting temperature approx. 250–260°C.
- Good dimensional stability and durability.
- Easily processed by injection molding, extrusion, and blow molding.
- Highly recyclable (#1 resin code).
- Widely used for beverage bottles, food packaging, fibers (polyester), and industrial films.
POM (Polyoxymethylene / Acetal / Polyacetal)
- High-performance engineering thermoplastic with high strength, stiffness, and hardness.
- Excellent low friction and wear resistance (self-lubricating properties).
- Superior dimensional stability with low moisture absorption.
- Good chemical resistance to fuels, solvents, and weak alkalis.
- Wide operating temperature range approx. –40°C to 120°C.
- High fatigue resistance and mechanical durability.
- Available in homopolymer (POM-H) and copolymer (POM-C) grades.
- Easy to machine and process (injection molding, CNC machining).
- Good electrical insulation properties.
- Widely used for gears, bearings, bushings, fasteners, and precision components.
PA (Nylon / Polyamide)
- High-performance engineering thermoplastic with excellent strength and toughness.
- Superior wear resistance and abrasion resistance.
- Low friction with self-lubricating properties.
- Good thermal stability and heat resistance.
- Excellent chemical resistance to oils, fuels, and solvents.
- Good impact resistance and mechanical durability.
- Hygroscopic material (absorbs moisture, affecting dimensions).
- Available in PA6, PA66, PA11, PA12 grades.
- Can be glass-filled or reinforced for higher strength.
- Widely used for gears, bearings, automotive parts, industrial components, and 3D printing.
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Polyvinyl chloride, commonly abbreviated as PVC, is the third-most widely produced polymer after polyethylene and polypropylene. PVC is used in construction because it is more effective than traditional materials such as copper, iron or wood in pipe and profile applications. PVCs that are relatively low cost, biological and chemically resistant with workability have resulted in them being used for a wide variety of applications. It being used for lighting fixture base and different applications in other industries, where cost or vulnerability to corrosion limits the use of metal.
Cycoloy
CYCOLOY is the blend of polycarbonate/ acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (PC/ABS) high impact amorphous thermoplastic blends, combining ease of processing with low-temperature ductility. With excellent impact resistance, heat resistance, and outstanding aesthetics, CYCOLOY blends can be tailored to meet specific property requirements, to help balance performance, cost and process ability. CYCOLOY resin blends provide an excellent design solution when both appearance and durability are important.
TCP (Thermal Conductive Polymers)
We are the pioneer in introducing Thermal conductive polymers for replacing metal heat sinks and housings in light-emitting diode (LED) luminaries. The new compounds have been specially formulated to increase the thermal management design options available for LED lighting as it expands into a broader range of end-use markets including automotive, industrial, retail, and consumer goods. The thermoplastic ...
compounds reduce weight by up to 50%, injection-molding processing simplifies and lowers manufacturing costs, inherent color eliminates the need for painting or secondary operations, and heat sink life is increased in wet environments due to plastics corrosion resistance. As a customized solution provider, we have the ability to modify these thermally conductive polymers to meet the performance requirements of specific LED lighting applications.
Advantages Of Using Specialized Polymers
Improved-clarity polycarbonate resins provide an array of performance properties that help lights operate effectively over their full useful life with higher lumen outputs. Firstly, polycarbonate is renowned for outstanding impact resistance that surpasses the performance of PMMA by a factor of 10 in typical lab or practical impact measurements and that of glass by a factor of 30. Improved-clarity polymers offer enhanced anti-yellowing...
performance to maintain light transmission and resist becoming brittle so they retain their excellent impact properties. In outdoor applications, transparent and weather able polymers offer a welcome alternative to both glass and other brittle aletrnatives, because they combine high impact performance to protect the internal solid-state circuits from vandalism and other threats, meet stringent UL requirements for weather ability and flame retardant and optimize forward transmission of light. In contrast, breakable glass does not provide sufficient impact protection, and PMMA does not meet UL94 V0 requirements. Improved-clarity polycarbonate can handle extended exposure to temperatures from 110 Degree Celsius to 130 Degree Celsius, while retaining their mechanical and optical properties.