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ABS — Heat Resistant.
Mechanically Tough.

Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene is the go-to engineering plastic for parts that must withstand elevated temperatures and impact. 84°C HDT, acetone-smoothable surface, and fast print speeds make it ideal for functional production parts.

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±0.2mm Tolerance

84°C HDT

7 Colours

ABS 3D printed parts — professional FDM printing by Dwart Industries

ABS parts printed on professional enclosed FDM machines — heat-resistant, impact-tough, and acetone-smoothable for production-grade finish. FDM · PLA

2–5 Days Turnaround

300³ mm Max Part Size

0.05 mm Min Layer Height

Pan-India Delivery

About ABS

ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a workhorse engineering plastic known for its excellent heat resistance, impact toughness, and post-processing versatility. With an 84°C heat deflection temperature and a Vicat softening point of 94°C, it handles environments where PLA fails.

We print your ABS parts on professional enclosed FDM machines — controlled chamber temperatures minimise warping and deliver consistent mechanical properties. Its 1.05 g/cm³ density and high flow rate make it well-suited to fast-cycle production of functional parts.

ABS's most distinctive post-processing advantage is acetone vapour smoothing — a simple process that eliminates layer lines and produces a near-injection-moulded surface finish.

Automotive Interior Parts Dashboards, vents, trim, and under-hood brackets

Electrical Housings Enclosures, junction boxes, and cable management parts

Impact-Resistant Casings Tool housings, protective covers, and rugged enclosures

Mechanical Components Gears, pulleys, brackets, and load-bearing fixtures

Acetone-Smoothed Parts Mirror-finish housings and display-quality functional parts

Material Properties

Property	XY In-Plane	Z Through-Layer	Standard
Tensile Strength	33 ± 3 MPa	28 ± 2 MPa	ISO 527
Young's Modulus	2200 ± 190 MPa	1960 ± 110 MPa	ISO 527
Breaking Elongation	10.5 ± 1.0 %	4.7 ± 0.8 %	ISO 527
Bending Strength	62 ± 4 MPa	39 ± 4 MPa	ISO 178
Bending Modulus	1880 ± 110 MPa	1590 ± 100 MPa	ISO 178
Impact Strength — Unnotched	39.3 ± 3.6 kJ/m²	7.4 ± 1.2 kJ/m²	ISO 179
Impact Strength — Notched	21.5 ± 2.2 kJ/m²	—	ISO 179

XY = in-plane (along print layers) · Z = through-layer (perpendicular to build direction) · Values are typical; actual results depend on layer height, infill, and geometry.

Property	Value	Test Method
Density	1.05 g/cm³	ISO 1183
Melting Temperature	200 °C	DSC, 10 °C/min
Vicat Softening Temperature	94 °C	ISO 306
Heat Deflection Temp (1.8 MPa)	84 °C	ISO 75
Heat Deflection Temp (0.45 MPa)	87 °C	ISO 75
Max Continuous Service Temp.	~75 °C	—
Print Temperature	240–270 °C	—
Bed Temperature	80–100 °C	—
Max Print Speed	< 300 mm/s	—
Water Absorption Rate	0.65%	25 °C, 55% RH

Property	Value
Composition	Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
Origin	Petroleum-based
Odour During Printing	Mild styrene odour — ventilate workspace
Skin Hazard	Minimal — gloves recommended when sanding
Chemical Stability	Stable; UV-sensitive without additives
Solubility in Water	Insoluble
Acetone Smoothing	Yes — vapour smoothing produces near-moulded finish
Acid Resistance	Resistant
Alkali Resistance	Resistant
Oil & Grease Resistance	Not resistant to some oils

Performance Ratings

Heat Resistance8/10

84°C HDT — suitable for warm environments

Impact Resistance8/10

39 kJ/m² unnotched — excellent toughness

Acetone Smoothing9/10

Vapour smoothing for near-injection-moulded finish

Tensile Strength6/10

33 MPa XY — functional but lower than Hyper ABS

Print Quality / Surface Finish7/10

Good finish; enclosure required to prevent warping

Ease of Printing5/10

Needs enclosure, elevated temps, pre-drying

Available Colours

White

Black

Red

Blue

Yellow

Green

Orange

✦ 7 stock colours available. All colours are confirmed stock. Contact us for custom colour requirements on bulk orders.

Design Guidelines for ABS

Wall Thickness

Min 1.2 mm

Aim for 2–3 mm on structural parts

Overhangs

Max 45°

Beyond 45° requires support structures

Fit Clearance

0.3–0.5 mm

For mating parts and snap-fits

Min Hole Size

2 mm dia.

Smaller holes may partially close

Text / Emboss

Min 0.8 mm

Raised text: 0.8 mm tall, 1.5 mm wide

Tolerance

±0.2 mm

Typical achieved across all geometries

Part Orientation

Load-aligned

Align layers with primary stress direction

Infill Options

5–100%

Gyroid pattern for optimal strength/weight

Post-Processing

Sand + Paint

120–800 grit, then filler primer + paint

Not sure if ABS is right for your application?

For smooth prints without warping risk, PETG is a strong alternative. For improved consistency in the same heat class, Hyper ABS is our preferred recommendation. For extreme temperatures or optical clarity, PC is available through our service.

Common Applications

Automotive Interior Parts

Electrical Housings

Impact-Resistant Casings

Mechanical Brackets

Consumer Electronics

Outdoor Use Parts

Acetone-Smoothed Parts

Industrial Tooling

Replacement Parts

Functional Prototypes

Compare Similar Materials

ABS

You are here Heat-resistant engineering

PLA

No heat resistance needed Best all-rounder

PETG

Easy print, moderate heat ↑ Ease of printing

Hyper ABS

Reduced warp, better HDT ↑ Consistency

Frequently Asked Questions

ABS excels in heat-resistant, impact-tough, and post-processable applications — automotive interior parts, electrical enclosures, consumer electronics housings, and functional prototypes that need acetone smoothing. It is the standard choice where PLA's ~50°C service limit is insufficient.

ABS has a heat deflection temperature of 84°C (at 1.8 MPa load) and a Vicat softening point of 94°C — significantly better than PLA or PETG. Suitable for car interiors, outdoor enclosures in moderate climates, and parts mounted near heat sources. For even higher temperatures, we recommend PC.

Yes — acetone vapour smoothing is ABS's key post-processing advantage. Exposing prints to acetone vapour dissolves the outer surface layer, eliminating visible layer lines and producing a near-injection-moulded finish. Ideal for display models, consumer-facing parts, and applications where aesthetics matter.

ABS has higher thermal shrinkage than PLA or PETG, which can cause warping without proper settings. Our enclosed FDM machines with controlled chamber temperatures (45–60°C) significantly reduce this risk. We follow strict print protocols to ensure reliable, warp-free results for your parts.

Standard ABS offers strong impact resistance (39 kJ/m²) and an 84°C HDT. Hyper ABS (also available through our service) is formulated to reduce warping tendency and improve surface consistency at higher speeds. For most applications requiring ABS-class properties, Hyper ABS is our preferred recommendation.

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