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From cost-effective HIPS packaging to fire-rated PC-FR solar enclosures — every material guide covers grades, properties, applications, and cost so you can specify with confidence.
8+
Material Grades
50+
Specific Grades
₹90–700
Cost Range /kg
–40 to 130°C
Temperature Range
ABS
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
The workhorse of thermoforming
Max Temp
80°C
Fire Class
HB
Cost
₹120–180/kg
UV
Moderate
ASA
Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate
ABS's outdoor-ready cousin
Max Temp
85°C
Fire Class
HB
Cost
₹180–260/kg
UV
Excellent
Lexan (PC)
Polycarbonate
Optical clarity meets extreme toughness
Max Temp
120°C
Fire Class
UL 94 V-2
Cost
₹280–420/kg
UV
Good (with UV cap)
Kydex
PVC/Acrylic Alloy
Fire-rated panels for aviation & transit
Max Temp
90°C
Fire Class
FAR 25.853
Cost
₹380–550/kg
UV
Good
HIPS
High-Impact Polystyrene
Cost-effective packaging & displays
Max Temp
70°C
Fire Class
HB
Cost
₹100–150/kg
UV
Low
PETG
Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol
Crystal-clear food-safe displays
Max Temp
75°C
Fire Class
HB
Cost
₹160–240/kg
UV
Moderate
Quick Selection Guide
Which Material for Which Application?
| Application | Recommended Material | |
|---|---|---|
| Outdoor solar inverter covers | ASA or PC-FR | Guide |
| Automotive interior panels | ABS | Guide |
| Aircraft / train interiors | Kydex | Guide |
| Food packaging trays | HIPS or PETG | Guide |
| Machine guards / visors | Lexan PC | Guide |
| EV battery covers | PC-FR | Guide |
| Golf cart body panels | ABS or HDPE | Guide |
| ESD component trays | HIPS-ESD or ABS-ESD | Guide |
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