Plastic materials are widely used in various manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, rapid tooling, plastic injection molding, die casting, and 3D printing. Commonly used plastics for these processes include ABS, PC, Nylon, PP, PE, POM, PVC, TPU, PBT, and PMMA. Each plastic material has its unique properties such as strength, flexibility, heat resistance, and chemical resistance, which make them suitable for different applications. For instance, ABS is commonly used for 3D printing due to its strength and flexibility, while PC is often used for CNC machining due to its high heat resistance. Plastic injection molding and die casting processes typically use materials with high strength and durability, such as Nylon and POM. Rapid tooling often uses materials like PP and PE, which are affordable and easy to manufacture. Overall, plastic materials play a crucial role in many manufacturing processes, providing versatility and customization options for a wide range of products. Material Flexural Modulus (GPA) Impact Strength (J/m) Yield Strength (MPa) Density (g/cm³) Distortion Temperature (°C) Working Temperature (°C) Color Advantages Applications Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) 2.1-2.8 20-60 40-60 1.04-1.07 80-100 -40 to 80 Wide range of colors Good strength and toughness, low cost, easy to process Automotive parts, toys, electronic housings Polycarbonate (PC) 2.4-2.6 650-900 60-75 1.20-1.22 125-140 -40 to 125 Transparent, various colors High impact resistance, good optical clarity, high heat resistance Safety glasses, automotive parts, electronic components Nylon (PA) 1.0-6.0 20-80 50-90 1.01-1.15 70-250 -40 to 120 Natural, black High strength and toughness, good chemical resistance, wear resistance Gears, bearings, automotive parts Polypropylene (PP) 1.0-2.5 5-60 30-50 0.90-0.91 60-110 -10 to 100 Natural, various colors Low cost, lightweight, good chemical resistance Packaging, containers, toys Polyethylene (PE) 0.1-1.0 10-30 20-50 0.91-0.96 70-110 -10 to 80 Natural, various colors Low cost, lightweight, good chemical resistance Packaging, containers, toys Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol (PETG) 2.6-3.6 20-30 50-70 1.27-1.40 70-80 -40 to 70 Transparent, various colors Good clarity, impact resistance, chemical resistance Food packaging, medical equipment Polyurethane (PU) 0.6-8.0 10-100 10-80 1.05-1.25 -40 to 80 -40 to 80 Natural, various colors Good flexibility, high abrasion resistance, good chemical resistance Wheels, seals, gaskets Polystyrene (PS) 2.5-4.5 10-50 40-60 1.04-1.06 70-95 -10 to 70 Natural, various colors Low cost, good dimensional stability, good electrical properties Disposable cups, packaging, toys Polyoxymethylene (POM) 2.6-3.3 25-50 55-75 1.41-1.43 120-140 -40 to 100 Natural, black Good dimensional stability, low friction, good chemical resistance Gears, bearings, valves Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) 2.5-4.0 18-45 40-60 1.35-1.45 65-80 -15 to 55 White, Grey, Transparent Low cost, easy to process, flame retardant, electr...