Common Plastic Materials Overview

Plastics, as a widely used synthetic polymer material, have advantages such as light weight, easy processing, and controllable cost, and have permeated into various fields of production and life. Here is a summary of commonly used plastic materials.

I. General Plastics

1. PE (Polyethylene): General-purpose material with corrosion resistance and non-toxicity, suitable for films, containers, pipes, and daily necessities.

2. PP (Polypropylene): Lightweight and heat-resistant, commonly known as "fold-resistant plastic", used for food containers, auto parts, and home appliance shells.

3. PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride): Cost-effective, divided into rigid and flexible types, applicable to pipes, profiles, toys, and packaging.

4. PS (Polystyrene): Transparent and rigid, used for disposable tableware, stationery, toys, and home appliance shells.

5. HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene): High rigidity, suitable for plastic bottles, barrels, turnover boxes, and pipes.

6. LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene): Soft texture, used for food wrap, plastic bags, and films.

7. LLDPE (Linear Low-Density Polyethylene): Excellent tear resistance, applicable to films and injection-molded products.

8. SAN (Styrene-Acrylonitrile Copolymer): Transparent and weather-resistant, used for food containers, cosmetic packaging, and electronic parts.

9. GPS (General-Purpose Polystyrene): Good light transmittance, suitable for optical lenses, lamp shades, and food packaging.

10. HIPS (High-Impact Polystyrene): Enhanced toughness, used for TV casings, computer cases, and structural components.

II. Engineering Plastics

11. ABS (Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene Copolymer): Excellent comprehensive performance, electroplatable, applicable to home appliances, auto interiors, and electronic casings.

12. PC (Polycarbonate): Transparent and impact-resistant, commonly known as "bulletproof plastic", used for lenses, lamp shades, water buckets, and auto windshields.

13. PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate): Heat-resistant and wear-resistant, suitable for beverage bottles, food packaging, and electronic component shells.

14. PA6 (Polyamide 6): Commonly known as Nylon 6, wear-resistant and self-lubricating, used for gears, bearings, auto parts, and textile fibers.

15. PA66 (Polyamide 66): Higher strength than PA6, applicable to high-strength mechanical parts and auto engine components.

16. POM (Polyoxymethylene): High rigidity and dimensional stability, suitable for precision mechanical parts, gears, and fasteners.

17. PMMA (Polymethyl Methacrylate): High light transmittance, commonly known as acrylic glass, used for lenses, decorative panels, and lamp shades.

18. PBT (Polybutylene Terephthalate): Good heat resistance, applicable to electronic components, auto parts, and home appliance shells.

19. PPO (Polyphenylene Oxide): High temperature and aging resistance, used for high-temperature home appliance parts and auto engine components.

20. PEN (Polyethylene Naphthalate): High temperature resistance and barrier property, suitable for food packaging, films, and electronic components.

III. Special Engineering Plastics

21. PEEK (Polyether Ether Ketone): High temperature and chemical corrosion resistance, used for high-end medical devices and aerospace parts.

22. PSU (Polysulfone): High temperature and radiation resistance, applicable to medical devices, electronic components, and chemical equipment.

23. PVDF (Polyvinylidene Fluoride): Corrosion and weather resistance, used for chemical pipes, valves, and lithium battery shells.

24. LCP (Liquid Crystal Polymer): High temperature resistance and dimensional stability, suitable for precision electronic components and connectors.

25. PPA (Polyphthalamide): High temperature and humidity resistance, applicable to auto engine components and electronic parts.

26. PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene): Corrosion and high temperature resistance, commonly known as "Teflon", used for seals and non-stick pan coatings.

IV. Thermoplastic Elastomers

27. TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane): Excellent elasticity, suitable for seals, pipes, auto seats, and electronic product shells.

28. TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer): Combines rubber elasticity and plastic processability, used for toys, daily necessities, and auto parts.

29. TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber): Good elasticity, applicable to toys, daily necessities, shoe materials, and seals.

30. EVA (Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate Copolymer): Soft and low-temperature resistant, used for foam products, films, and adhesives.

V. Plastic Alloys

31. PC/ABS Alloy: Combines advantages of PC and ABS, suitable for auto interiors, electronic casings, and home appliance parts.

32. PC/PBT Alloy: Heat-resistant and impact-resistant, applicable to auto parts and electronic components.

33. ASA (Acrylonitrile-Styrene-Acrylate Copolymer): Good weather resistance, used for outdoor products and auto exterior parts.

34. Rigid PVC: High rigidity, suitable for pipes, door and window profiles, home appliance shells, and plates.

35. Flexible PVC: Soft and elastic, applicable to wire sheaths, artificial leather, toys, and medical catheters.

VI. Thermosetting Plastics

36. PF (Phenolic Plastic): Heat-resistant and insulating, used for electrical switches, sockets, cookware handles, and brake pads.

37. EP (Epoxy Resin): Strong adhesion, suitable for electronic packaging, composite materials, adhesives, and molds.

38. UPR (Unsaturated Polyester Resin): Easy to mold, used for FRP products, decorative panels, and artificial marble.

39. MF (Melamine-Formaldehyde Resin): High temperature and scratch resistance, applicable to tableware, decorative panels, and electrical parts.

40. UF (Urea-Formaldehyde Resin): Low cost, used for wood adhesives, molded products, and tableware.