Plastic properties

Question 1

Acrylic

Answer 1

Properties: Hard, durable, scratches
easily. Easily cut & polished

Uses: Reflectors/lenses, signs, lighting,
lightweight screens

Common processes:Line Bending,
Vacuum Forming

Thermoplastic

Question 2

ABS

Answer 2

properties:Rigid, opaque, tough,
impact resistant, strong

Uses:Protective headgear, household
goods, rigid luggage, car bumpers

Common processses:Line Bending, Injection Moulding,
Vacuum Forming

Thermoplastic

Question 3

Polypropylene

Answer 3

Properties: Hard, lightweight, chemical
and fatigue resistant

Uses: Chairs, medical equipment,
containers with integral hinges

Common processes:Injection Moulding,
Rotational Moulding,
Vacuum Forming

Thermoplastic

Question 4

Nylon

Answer 4

Properties:Tough, chemical, fatigue,
wear & friction resistant

uses: Gears, equipment parts, combs,
brush bristles, clothing, casings

Common processes: Injection moulding

Thermoplastic

Question 5

Polystyrene

Answer 5

Properties:Light & floats, absorbs
shocks, tasteless, stiff

Uses:Food containers, cups, toys,
sound & heat insulation

Common Processes: Injection Moulding,
Vacuum Forming

Thermoplastic

Question 6

Polystyrene

Answer 6

Properties:Light & floats, absorbs
shocks, tasteless, stiff

Uses:Food containers, cups, toys,
sound & heat insulation

Common Processes: Injection Moulding,
Vacuum Forming

Thermoplastic

Question 7

PVC

Answer 7

Properties:can be rigid or flexible,
weatherproof, durable

Uses:Window frames, drainage pipe,
medical devices, bags, packaging

common processes:Line Bending,
Rotational Moulding,
Vacuum Forming

Thermoplastic