ABS GF20 Technical Data (Estimated Typical Values)
| Property | Value | Test Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Glass Fiber Content | 20% | ISO 1172 |
| Tensile Strength | 70 – 85 MPa | ISO 527 |
| Flexural Modulus | 5,500 – 6,800 MPa | ISO 178 |
| Notched Impact Strength | 8 – 12 kJ/m² | ISO 180 |
| HDT @1.8 MPa | 100 – 110 °C | ISO 75 |
| Mold Shrinkage (flow) | 0.2 – 0.4% | ISO 294-4 |
ABS GF Series Performance Comparison Table (Estimated Typical Values)
| Property | ABS GF10 | ABS GF20 | ABS GF30 | ABS GF40 | ABS GF50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glass Fiber Content | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% |
| Tensile Strength | 55 – 70 MPa | 70 – 85 MPa | 85 – 100 MPa | 95 – 115 MPa | 105 – 125 MPa |
| Flexural Modulus | 4,000 – 5,000 MPa | 5,500 – 6,800 MPa | 7,000 – 8,500 MPa | 8,500 – 10,500 MPa | 10,000 – 12,500 MPa |
| Notched Impact Strength | 10 – 15 kJ/m² | 8 – 12 kJ/m² | 7 – 10 kJ/m² | 6 – 9 kJ/m² | 5 – 8 kJ/m² |
| HDT @1.8 MPa | 95 – 105 °C | 100 – 110 °C | 105 – 115 °C | 110 – 120 °C | 115 – 125 °C |
| Mold Shrinkage | 0.3 – 0.5% | 0.2 – 0.4% | 0.1 – 0.3% | 0.1 – 0.25% | 0.05 – 0.2% |
| Key Profile | Stiffness upgrade | Balanced performance | Structural benchmark | High rigidity | Maximum performance |
ABS GF20 Key Advantages
✅ Balanced Mechanical Enhancement: Delivers a substantial step up in both strength and stiffness from GF10, offering a robust property profile for more demanding structural applications.
✅ Superior Dimensional Precision: Provides very low and predictable shrinkage, which is critical for molding complex, tight-tolerance components and ensuring assembly fit.
✅ Good Surface for Technical Parts: While not Class-A, it can achieve a serviceable surface finish for many industrial and interior components, especially with textured finishes.
Industry Applications:
Explore the ABS Glass Fiber Series in Detail
Click on the links below to view comprehensive technical data, key advantages, and application details for each specific grade.
| Grade | Best For | Overview | Full Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS GF10 | Cost-effective enhancement of stiffness & dimensional stability for structural parts. | The most accessible GF grade, offering a clear boost in rigidity and heat resistance while maintaining good impact strength and processability. | View ABS GF10 Full Data Sheet → |
| ABS GF20 | Parts requiring a balanced upgrade in mechanicals, surface finish, and precision. | A balanced performer, providing significantly higher stiffness and strength than GF10 with very good dimensional stability for engineering components. | View ABS GF20 Full Data Sheet → |
| ABS GF30 | High-performance structural applications demanding stiffness, strength, and stability. | The benchmark grade, delivering an optimal balance of high mechanical properties, thermal resistance, and minimal warpage for demanding uses. | View ABS GF30 Full Data Sheet → |
| ABS GF40 | Ultra-stiff components where metal-like rigidity and creep resistance are critical. | Engineered for maximum rigidity and exceptional long-term dimensional stability under load, ideal for structural metal replacement. | View ABS GF40 Full Data Sheet → |
| ABS GF50 | Maximum mechanical performance for the most demanding structural designs. | The pinnacle grade, offering the highest stiffness and strength in the series for applications where performance is the primary driver. | View ABS GF50 Full Data Sheet → |
Powering Innovation Across Industries (ABS GF Series)
| Industry | Key Applications |
|---|---|
| Automotive | Structural interior brackets (IP supports, seat frames), under-hood components (sensor housings, brackets), lamp housings, connectors. Explore Automotive Solutions → |
| Electrical & Electronics | High-strength enclosures for power supplies and tools, structural chassis for printers and copiers, connector bodies, circuit breaker housings. Discover E&E Solutions → |
| Industrial Equipment | Pump housings, gearboxes, conveyor components, robotic arm segments and end-effector frames, machine guards and covers. See Industrial Uses → |
| Consumer Durables & Tools | Structural frames for power tools (drills, saws), vacuum cleaner motor housings and handles, high-strength appliance components, sports equipment. Explore Consumer Applications → |
| Furniture & Business Machines | Office furniture structural components (chair bases, frame reinforcements), internal frames for large printers and medical devices. Inquire About Specialty Uses → |
How to Choose the Right ABS GF Grade?
In simple terms:
For a cost-effective step into reinforced ABS with noticeably improved stiffness and stability for housings or brackets, consider ABS GF10.
For the optimal balance of enhanced mechanical properties, good surface quality, and dimensional precision in technical components, choose ABS GF30. It is the performance benchmark for most structural applications.
For the ultimate stiffness and strength approaching that of metals in high-load structural applications, consider ABS GF50.
Unsure which is perfect for your part? Describe your application to our engineers for a tailored recommendation.
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ABS GF20 FAQ
Q1: When should I choose ABS GF20 over GF10?
Choose ABS GF20 when your application requires significantly higher rigidity and strength than GF10 can provide, and where excellent dimensional stability and lower shrinkage are critical for fit and function. It is the logical upgrade for structurally more demanding parts.
Q2: Can ABS GF20 be used in automotive interiors?
Yes, it is commonly used. Its combination of good stiffness, improved heat resistance (for areas near heaters), dimensional stability, and ability to be painted/textured makes it suitable for automotive interior trim components, brackets, and structural housings.
Q3: Is the impact strength of GF20 sufficient for protective housings?
It depends on the specific impact requirements. While its impact strength is lower than unfilled ABS, ABS GF20 still offers good toughness for many protective and structural housings that are not subject to extreme abuse. For parts expecting severe impacts, unfilled high-impact ABS or alternative materials may be better.
