Common Plastic Materials for Injection Molding

Common Plastic Materials for Injection Molding

Material selection plays a critical role in the performance and durability of plastic parts.

ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)

• Good impact resistance
• Easy to process
• Widely used in consumer products

PC (Polycarbonate)

• High strength
• Excellent transparency
• Good heat resistance

PP (Polypropylene)

• Lightweight
• Chemical resistant
• Flexible

PA (Nylon)

• High mechanical strength
• Wear-resistant
• Suitable for industrial parts

POM (Acetal)

• Excellent dimensional stability
• Low friction
• Used in precision parts

TPE / TPU

• Flexible and rubber-like
• Used for soft-touch applications and sealing

Conclusion

Selecting the right material ensures product performance, durability, and cost efficiency in injection molding projects.