ABS printed articles – important information

Product safety information on in ABS printed articles

Material description and properties: The products offered are products that are in 3D-Printing process of acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) were produced. ABS is a robust and durable plastic with high impact resistance, good chemical resistance and high temperature resistance. Due to its mechanical properties ABS commonly used for technical applications.

Heat resistance and risk of deformation: ABS compared to PLA and PETG significantly more heat resistant and starts only at temperatures above approx. 90–100 °C softening. Nevertheless, the products should not be exposed to excessively high temperatures or open flames because ABS can melt or burn at very high temperatures. In addition, the material can become brittle under UV radiation.

Instructions for safe use:

• Store them ABS-Items in a cool, dry place and avoid prolonged sun exposure.
• Avoid direct contact with open flames or extreme heat sources.
• ABS is resistant to many chemicals, but not to certain solvents such as acetone, which can dissolve the material.
• Due to the high toughness ABS for mechanically loaded applications, however, it can break under strong force.

Production process: ABS is polymerised from acrylonitrile, butadiene and styrene, resulting in a balanced combination of strength, impact strength and heat resistance. Intact 3D-The printing process shall be: ABS in the form of filaments which are melted by heating in a nozzle and applied layer by layer to form the desired object. When printing ABS fumes can occur, which is why good ventilation is recommended.

Legal information: The ABS printed articles comply with the essential requirements of the Product Safety Regulation. Due to the potential emissions during processing ABS are not processed in enclosed, insufficiently ventilated rooms. In addition, the items are not intended for safety-critical applications or direct contact with food and beverages unless they have been certified accordingly.

Please note these instructions for the safe use of your ABS-Article 1.