SAN (Styrene Acrylonitrile) is a copolymer plastic consisting of Acrylonitrile and Styrene. SAN is widely used instead of Polystyrene due to its superior thermal resistance.
It is typically made with 70 to 80% Styrene and 20 to 30% Acrylonitrile. A higher percentage of Acrylonitrile content would improve the plastic's mechanical and chemical properties, but it would cause a yellow tint, which might not be ideal for certain applications.
Unique features
- Excellent transparency and high brightness
- Elevated rigidity and hardness
- Good mechanical performance
- Good optical properties, long-lasting and durable
- Low water absorption
- Easy handling
Applications
- Machine guards
- Partitions
- Cladding
- Protective covers
- Shower cabins
- Sanitary equipment
- Urban street furniture
Machining options (tbc)
- Welding
- Gluing
- Machining
- Water jet cutting
- Laser cutting
- Hot bending
- Thermoforming
How to identify SAN
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What are the main properties of SAN?
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