PS Polystyrene
Polystyrene (PS) | Original Raw Material
Polystyrene is a hard, glass transparent and glossy thermoplastic obtained by polymerization of styrene. It has high dielectric properties, low water absorption and good dimensional stability. It is odorless and can be easily colored. It is resistant to acids, bases, alcohols, oils and salt solutions. Commercial forms are available in high impact (HIPS) and crystalline (GPPS) varieties.
Features
Feature | Value |
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Specific Gravity | 1.04 g/cm³ |
Tensile Force | 40 - 50 MPa |
Elastic Modulus | 2 900 - 3 400 MPa |
Impact Resistance | 1.5 - 2 kJ/m² |
Deformation Temperature | 85 °C |
Vicat Softening Temperature | 100 °C |
Application Areas
- Food packaging, thermoformed and fast-food packaging
- Electronic device indicators
- Textile accessories (hangers, clips, buttons)
- Automotive lighting (headlights, taillights, interior lighting)
- Refrigerator shelves and crisper containers
- Toys and hobby products
- Clock, radio and appliance cabinets
- Furniture accessories
- Thermal insulation materials (XPS, EPS, graphite EPS)
Process Conditions
Processing Temperature: It should be processed in the range of 180 - 250 °C.