Expanded Polystyrene - insulation & packaging
Material
expandable polystyrene (foam)
Foam density
typically 10–35 kg/m³
Thermal conductivity
approx. 0.032–0.038 W/(m·K)
Thermal insulation in construction as well as protective and transport packaging.
General Purpose Polystyrene - transparent applications
Density
approx. 1.05 g/cm³
Vicat softening temperature
90–105 °C
MFI
2–12 g/10 min
Light transmission
approx. 90%
Transparent articles such as packaging, disposable cups, housings and displays.
High Impact Polystyrene - impact-resistant & robust
Density
approx. 1.04 g/cm³
Vicat softening temperature
90–97 °C
Impact strength
high (rubber modified)
Housings, refrigerator liners, packaging and toys.
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene - technical applications
Density
approx. 1.04 g/cm³
Vicat softening temperature
90–110 °C
Tensile strength
40–50 MPa
Housings for electronics, automotive interior parts, toys and consumer goods.
Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate - weather-resistant applications
Density
approx. 1.07 g/cm³
Vicat softening temperature
approx. 95–100 °C
Weather resistance
excellent
Weather-resistant outdoor applications such as automotive exterior parts, construction profiles and garden furniture.
Styrene Acrylonitrile - clear & chemical-resistant
Density
approx. 1.07 g/cm³
Heat deflection temperature (HDT)
approx. 100 °C
Acrylonitrile content
20–30%
Transparent articles with elevated chemical and heat resistance such as household appliances, cosmetic packaging and battery housings.
