SAN – Styrene Acrylonitrile
SAN is ABS without the Butadiene. It does not have the Impact Strength of ABS, but can be crystal clear. Styrene Acrylonitrile has better general chemical resistance than polystyrene and is cheaper than acrylic. It has a good combination of rigidity, strength, toughness and transparency.
Applications: Battery cases, Dials, Knobs, Switches, Lenses, Trays, Containers, Covers, Autoclavable devices, Dental & Medical light diffusers
| Tensile Strength | Flexural Modulus | Impact Strength | Max Temp. | Chemical Resistance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10,000-18,000 psi | 500,000-1,200,000 psi | .3-3.0 ft-lb/in notched izod | 140°-200° F | Poor to Fair |
Advantages
- Heat Resistant
- High Clarity
- High Flow and Rigidity
- Dimensionally Stable
Disadvantages
- Low impact strength
- High processing temps
- Flammable-smoke generation
- Yellows quicker than other PS
Brand Names: LNP Lubricomp, Thermocomp, LG, Lustran, Luran.