How do I choose what material is suitable for my enclosure?

Think about the properties your enclosure needs in terms of application environment and use case. Some examples to consider are: Temperature, UV exposure, Impact resistance, Chemical resistance, Flexibility, Flammability. 

Our primary materials are stated below:

ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene):

  • Pros: Good impact resistance, easy to machine and mould, relatively inexpensive.
  • Cons: Moderate UV resistance - may yellow over time with UV exposure.
  • Best For: Indoor enclosures, general-purpose applications.

Polycarbonate (PC):

  • Pros: Excellent impact resistance, high transparency, good UV resistance (UV-stabilized grades available).
  • Cons: More expensive than ABS, can be prone to scratching.
  • Best For: Outdoor enclosures, applications requiring transparency and high impact resistance.

Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate (ASA):

  • Pros: Excellent UV and weathering resistance, good aesthetic and gloss finish levels.
  • Cons: Commonly not UL94 FR rated (needs to be blended with PC).
  • Best For: Outdoor enclosures.

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