PC-ABS for Fortus 3D Production Systems (Traduction en cours)
PC-ABS (polycarbonate-ABS) is one of the most widely used industrial thermoplastics. PC-ABS offers the most desirable properties of both materials – the superior strength and heat resistance of PC and the flexibility of ABS. PC-ABS blends are commonly used in automotive, electronics and telecommunications applications. Additionally, a PC-ABS part manufactured on a Fortus® 3D Production System is 5-60 percent stronger than a part made on previous FDM® systems. When combined with a Fortus system, PC-ABS gives you Real PartsTM conceptual modeling, functional prototyping, manufacturing tools, and end-use-parts.
Mechanical Properties1 |
Test Method |
English |
Metric |
| Tensile Strength (Type 1, 0.125", 0.2"/min) | ASTM D638 | 5,900 psi | 41 MPa |
| Tensile Modulus (Type 1, 0.125", 0.2"/min) | ASTM D638 | 278,000 psi | 1,900 MPa |
| Tensile Elongation (Type 1,0.125",0.2"/min) | ASTM D638 | 6% | 6% |
| Flexural Strength (Method 1, 0.05"/min) | ASTM D790 | 9,800 psi | 68 MPa |
| Flexural Modulus (Method 1,0.05"/min) | ASTM D790 | 280,000 psi | 1,900 MPa |
| IZOD Impact, notched (Method A,23°C) | ASTM D256 | 3.7 ft-lb/in | 196 J/m |
| IZOD Impact, un-notched (Method A, 23°C) | ASTM D256 | 9 ft-lb/in | 481 J/m |
Thermal Properties2 |
Test Method |
English |
Metric |
| Heat Deflection (HDT) @ 66 psi | ASTM D648 | 230°F | 110°C |
| Heat Deflection (HDT) @ 264 psi | ASTM D648 | 205°F | 96°C |
| Vicat Softening Temperature | ASTM D1525 | 234°F | 112°C |
| Glass Transition Temperature (Tg) | DMA (SSYS) | 257°F | 125°C |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | – – – – – – – – – | 4.10 E -05 in/in/°F | – – – – – – – – – |
| Melt Point | – – – – – – – – – | Not Applicable3 | Not Applicable3 |
Electrical Properties4 |
Test Method |
Value Range |
| Volume Resistivity | ASTM D257 | 2.0x10e14 – 4.4x10e13 ohms |
| Dielectric Constant | ASTM D150-98 | 2.9 – 2.7 |
| Dissipation Factor | ASTM D150-98 | .0035 – .0032 |
| Dielectric Strength | ASTM D149-09, Method A | 340 – 90 V/mm |
Other2 |
Test Method |
Value |
| Specific Gravity | ASTM D792 | 1.10 |
| Density | ASTM D792 | 0.0397 lb/in3 |
| Flame Classification | UL94 | HB (0.0335", 0.85 mm) |
| Rockwell Hardness | ASTM D785 | R110 |
System Availability |
Layer Thickness Capability |
Support Structure |
Available Colors |
| Fortus 400mc Fortus 360mc Fortus 900mc |
0.013 inch (0.330 mm) 0.010 inch (0.254 mm) 0.007 inch (0.178 mm) 0.005 inch (0.127 mm)5 |
Soluble Supports | Black |
The information presented are typical values intended for reference and comparison purposes only. They should not be used for design specifications or quality control purposes. End-use material performance can be impacted (+/-) by, but not limited to, part design, end-use conditions, test conditions, color etc. Actual values will vary with build conditions. Product specifications are subject to change without notice.
1 Build orientation is on side long edge.
2 Literature value unless otherwise noted.
3 Due to amorphous nature, material does not display a melting point.
4 All Electrical Property values were generated from the average of test plaques built with default part density (sparse). Test plaques were 4.0 x 4.0 x 0.1 inches (102 x 102 x 2.5 mm) and were built both in the flat and vertical orientation.
5 0.005 inch (0.127 mm) layer thickness not available for Fortus 900mc