Shape Point can deal with any production plastic material that your project requires. With over 20 years of plastic tool molding experience, we produce tooling that is error-free and budget-friendly.
Our engineers go over your designs before we open the tool to make sure that we avoid potential problems that can arise. Our molding expertise helps you save money down the long-run.
The most common tooling material options are below. Contact us if you have any special requirements.
| Material | Applications | Rockwell Hardness | Surface Finish |
|---|---|---|---|
| H-13 Steel | Post-hardened steel for high volume molds | 48-52 Rc | Up to SPI A-1 |
| Stainless Steel | Post-hardened stainless steel for high volume molds | 50-52 Rc | Up to SPI A-1 |
| P-20 Steel | Pre-hardened tool steel for middle volume molds | 28-32 Rc | Up to SPI B-2 |
| Nak 80 Steel | Pre-hardened tool steel for middle volume molds | 38-41 Rc | Up to SPI B-2 |
| S50C Steel | Tool steel for low volume molds | 20–24 Rc | Up to SPI B3 |
| 718 Steel | Tool steel for low volume molds | 28-32 Rc | Up to SPI C-1 |
| Material | Description | Tensile Yield (0.125 in2) | Flexural Strength | Flexural Modulus | Izod Impact Strength (Notched) | Heat Deflection Under Load | Density |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABS | Common thermoplastic with good impact resistance and toughness. | 6,500 psi (45 MPa) | 11,700 psi (80 MPa) | 380,000 psi (2,620 MPa) | 5.5 ft-lb/in (292 J/m) | 190°F (88°C) | 0.0379 lb/in3 (1.05 g/cc) |
| Polypropylene | Thermoplastic polymer used for a wide number of applications. | 4,900 psi (35 MPa) | 26,100 psi (180 MPa) | 210,000 psi (1,450 MPa) | 0.6 ft-lb/in (32 J/m) | 219°F (102°C) | 0.0324 lb/in3 (0.90 g/cc) |
| Polyoxymethylene (POM) | Dimensionally stable thermoplastic with high stiffness and low friction. | 10,000 psi (70 MPa) | 14,000 psi (100 MPa) | 450,000 psi (3,100 MPa) | 1.41 ft-lb/in (75 J/m) | 216°F (102°C) | 0.0513 lb/in3 (1.42 g/cc)* |
| Polycarbonate | Thermoplastic material with good temperature resistance and impact strength. | 9,000 psi (62 MPa) | 18,000 psi (124 MPa) | 340,000 psi (2,335 MPa) | 15 ft-lb/in (795 J/m)* | 290°F (143°C) | 0.0434 lb/in3 (1.20 g/cc) |
| Polycarbonate / ABS | Blend of PC and ABS that creates strong parts for a variety of applications. | 8,000 psi (55 MPa) | 13,000 psi (90 MPa) | 370,000 psi (2,550 MPa) | 13 ft-lb/in (689 J/m) | 202°F (94°C) | 0.0415 lb/in3 (1.15 g/cc) |
| PVC | PVC is a polymer with good insulation properties, high hardness, and good mechanical properties. | 4,500 psi (31 MPa) | 7,150 psi (50 MPa) | 275,000 psi (1,900 MPa) | 15 ft-lb/in (795 J/m)* | 226°F (108°C) | 0.0487 lb/in3 (1.35 g/cc) |
| Nylon | Polymer material that is durable with high elongation and good abrasion resistance. | 8,400 psi (58 MPa) | 9,430 psi (65 MPa) | 175,000 psi (1,200 MPa) | 2.1 ft-lb/in (111 J/m) | 190°F (88°C) | 0.0411 lb/in3 (1.14 g/cc) |
| Nylon 32% Glass Fiber | Polymer with excellent mechanical stiffness and elevated temperature resistance. | 18,000 psi (125 MPa)* | 29,000 psi (200 MPa) | 900,000 psi (6,200 MPa)* | 2.5 ft-lb/in (133 J/m)* | 380°F (193°C) | 0.0498 lb/in3 (1.38 g/cc) |
| Acrylic (PMMA) | Material with resistance to breakage often used for transparent applications. | 9,400 psi (65 MPa) | 8,500 psi (58 MPa) | 250,000 psi (1,725 MPa) | 1.0 ft-lb/in (53 J/m) | 181°F (83°C) | 0.0422 lb/in3 (1.17 g/cc) |
| Styrene | Light weight material popular for its high impact strength and toughness. | 6,530 psi (45 MPa) | 9,510 psi (65 MPa) | 440,000 psi (3,030 MPa) | 1.9 ft-lb/in (101 J/m)* | 174°F (79°C) | 0.0379 lb/in3 (1.05 g/cc) |
| Polyetherimide (PEI) | Thermoplastic with high heat resistance and excellent mechanical properties. | 16,000 psi (110 MPa) | 24,000 psi (165 MPa) | 510,000 psi (3,500 MPa) | 1.0 ft-lb/in (53 J/m) | 400°F (204°C)* | 0.0549 lb/in3 (1.27 g/cc)* |
| * Exceptional Properties Note: Material properties are for general reference purpose only. Actual values may vary based on specific material selected. | |||||||
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