ABS-FR
What is ABS-FR?
ABS-FR, flame retardant ABS, is a combination of ABS and PVC, polyvinyl chloride. This alloy was developed to comply with many of rigid flammability standards established for the computer housings, electronic data processing equipment, rapid transit interiors, and a broad range of other flame retardant sensitive applications.
This unique alloy of ABS-PVC produces a thermoformable sheet that is recognized under the component program of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., with a classification of 94 VE1 at .062″ thickness.
ABS-FR maintains most of the physical and mechanical properties of ABS, and like ABS possesses excellent thermoforming capabilities.
Properties, Applications and Availabilities for the ABS-FR Sheet
| Properties | Applications | Availabilities |
|---|---|---|
| UL rated | Computer housings | Standard Thicknesses: .062″ to .250″ |
| Flame retardant | Electronic data processing equipment | Standard Sheet Size: 54″ X 94″ |
| Excellent formability | Rapid transit interiors | Standard Colors: |
| High tensile strength | Black, White, Off-white, dark Gray, | |
| High stiffness | Blue, Beige, Medium Gray, Dark Brown, Sand | |
| Very high impact strength | ||
| Good low temperature |