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PC/ABS Blend

Polycarbonate/ABS blend combining PC impact and heat resistance with ABS processability — a reliable material for automotive and electronics housings molded or printed in Thailand.

Get an instant quote Lead time: 3D printing 2-3 days; CNC 3-5 days; injection molding 10-15 days after tooling

Key properties

Key properties
Notched Izod impact ~450-600 J/m
Heat deflection temperature ~110-115°C (1.8 MPa)
Tensile strength ~55-60 MPa
Better chemical resistance than pure PC
Good dimensional stability
Flame-retardant grades available (UL94 V-0)

Common applications

  • Automotive interior and dashboard parts
  • Electronics and power-tool housings
  • Instrument panels and enclosures
  • Laptop and phone frames
  • Office equipment
  • Prototype-to-production parts

Processes available

  • Injection molding (primary)
  • FDM 3D printing (PC/ABS filament)
  • CNC machining of sheet/rod

Surface finishes

  • As molded / as printed
  • Textured
  • Painted
  • EMI/RFI coated

Cost & pricing

Moderate cost — more than ABS, less than pure PC; good value for impact-critical housings.

Tolerance: Injection molding ±0.1-0.15mm; FDM ±0.3mm; CNC ±0.1mm.

Frequently asked questions

PC/ABS or pure ABS for a housing?
PC/ABS for better impact, heat and dimensional stability; pure ABS when cost and easy molding matter most.
Is PC/ABS safe outdoors?
Standard grades yellow under strong UV — choose UV-stabilized or flame-retardant outdoor grades for Thai sunlight exposure.

Frequently asked questions

How long does production take?

Lead time depends on the process and quantity — 3D printing typically ships in 2–3 business days, CNC machining in 3–5, and injection molding in 10–15 after tooling. You'll see the exact lead time on every quote.

What is the standard tolerance?

CNC-machined parts are held to ±0.1 mm as standard, with ±0.05 mm achievable on critical features. 3D-printed parts are typically ±0.2–0.3 mm. Add your critical dimensions in the notes field.

What is the minimum order quantity?

There is no minimum order — we produce single prototype parts as easily as large production runs. Quantity discounts start from around 10–25 pieces.

What surface finishes are available?

A wide range of finishes is available locally, including as-machined/printed, bead blasting, anodizing (clear, black, gold), powder coating, painting and polishing.

How do I get a quote?

Upload your CAD file (STL, STEP, IGES or 3MF) to the instant-quote tool — the VoluFab pricing engine returns a real quote in seconds, with DFM feedback included.

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