SG Available Materials for Injection Molding Services

We often get asked what the best plastic injection molding [resin]  is to use for certain projects. 

 And honestly there is no one answer for that.There are many plastic injection molding resins to choose,the best one is that works for you and your unique circumstances.

Plastic resins

Learn properties of different plastic resins to choose the right one

Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) is known for its toughness, impact resistance, and strength. It is ideal for durable products like automotive parts, electronics, and consumer goods.

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Nylon（Polyamide/PA）is often used to produce strong mechanical parts like bushings, gears, and bearings because of its toughness.But it tends to absorb water so it’s not the ideal choice for marine applications.

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Acrylic (PMMA) is often used as an alternative to glass due to its high tensile strength, weather and scratch resistant nature. PMMA is often used to produce transparent parts such as windows, view screens, and various lighting equipment. It also takes [dyeing] and colorants very well so it can produce many aesthetic effects. With it's properties of optical and transparent, PMMA is odorless and tasteless and doesn’t contain Bisphenol A (BPA), so PMMA resin are considered safe for food storage.Check out more services about [PMMA]

 Polycarbonate (PC) provides exceptional clarity, toughness, and resistance to impact, making it ideal for protective gear, transparent enclosures, and optical lenses. Its ability to maintain optical quality even under stress makes it a favorite in high-performance applications.

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Polypropylene(PP)offers outstanding flexibility and chemical resistance, making it perfect for components exposed to harsh environments like automotive parts, chemical containers,food storage and packaging industry. Its durability ensures long-lasting performance under stress and exposure to chemicals.

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Polyethylene(PE) is highly durable, with excellent moisture resistance and impact strength. It is commonly used in piping, packaging, and containers due to its toughness, flexibility, and ability to withstand outdoor conditions without breaking down. Check out more services about [PE]

Polystyrene (PS) is lightweight, rigid, and economical, making it ideal for disposable products, packaging, toolboxes and casings. It is also widely used in insulating applications due to its excellent thermal properties and ease of molding into complex shapes.

Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) combines strength, moisture resistance, and durability, making it the first choice material for packaging, especially in the food and beverage industry. Its clarity and barrier properties also make it a popular choice for bottles and transparent containers.

Polyoxymethylene(POM)is very strong, tough, and rigid. It is used to make mechanical and automotive parts that would usually be made with[metal].POM is often used to produce gears, fasteners, knife handles, and ball bearings.Check out more services about [POM]

Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) is soft and elastic, with great tensile and tear strength. That’s why it’s often used to make parts that demand a rubber – like elasticity. TPU is more expensive than other resins but for many applications, like protective wire and cable sheaths, there really is no substitute.

Thermoplastic Rubber (TPR) is actually a mixture of plastic and rubber, and it has outstanding chemical and weather resistance with high impact strength. So it is used in many types of fluid dispensers, flexible hoses, catheters, and other places containing different liquids, including acid. You can find this recyclable material in medical catheters, suspension bushings and headphone cables.

In the end

We hope this brief overview helped you to understand some of the most popular kinds of injection molding resins as well as their properties and applications. Are you ready to collaborate with us on your next manufacturing project? 

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