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ABS plastic good or bad identification method
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ABS plastic identification method
ABS plastic, as a terpolymer of acrylonitrile (A), butadiene (B) and styrene (S), has attracted much attention because of its unique properties and wide range of applications. However, there are many types of ABS plastics on the market, and the quality is uneven, so it is particularly important to accurately identify them. This article will introduce several commonly used ABS plastic identification methods to help readers better understand and select high-quality ABS plastics.
1. appearance inspection method
Visual inspection is the first step to identify ABS plastic. High-quality ABS plastic should be ivory or light yellow, with a smooth surface and no obvious defects. Observe the plastic surface for defects such as bubbles, cracks or impurities, which are often signs of inferior products. In addition, transparency is also an important indicator of judgment, high-quality ABS plastic usually has a high degree of transparency.
2. combustion method
Combustion method is a common and effective method to identify ABS plastics. Take a small sample of ABS plastic and observe its flame color, smell and smoke after ignition. The flame of ABS plastic is yellow, black smoke is produced, and a special cinnamon smell is emitted. If the flame color, smell, or smoke does not match these characteristics, it may be another type of plastic. It should be noted that during the combustion test, safe operation should be ensured to avoid fire and harmful gas generation.
3. density method
The density method is a method of identification by measuring the density of ABS plastic. A certain amount of ABS plastic sample is put into a known volume of liquid, and its density is calculated by measuring the ups and downs of the sample in the liquid. The density of ABS plastic is usually between 1.05 and 1.18g/cm³. If the measurement results differ greatly from this range, it may be other types of plastic. It should be noted that the density method may be affected by environmental factors such as temperature and pressure, so the environment should be stable when measuring.
4. mechanical performance testing
The mechanical properties of ABS plastics are also an important indicator of their quality. The tensile strength and impact toughness of ABS plastics can be evaluated by tensile testing and impact testing. High-quality ABS plastic should have high tensile strength and impact toughness to meet the needs of various application scenarios.
5. chemical stability test
Chemical stability is another important characteristic of ABS plastics. The chemical stability of ABS plastic samples can be evaluated by exposing them to different chemical reagents to observe whether they change color, dissolve or deform. High-quality ABS plastic should have good chemical stability and be able to resist the erosion of various chemicals.
6. brand and manufacturer reputation
In addition to the above identification methods, choosing well-known brands and reputable manufacturers is also an effective way to ensure the purchase of high-quality ABS plastics. Well-known brands and manufacturers usually have strict quality control systems and advanced production processes to provide stable quality and reliable ABS plastic products.
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