ASA
Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate
UV-stable thermoplastic engineered for outdoor exposure. Maintains colour and mechanical properties after prolonged weathering — no yellowing, no surface degradation. Drop-in replacement for ABS in any exterior-facing application.
Best For
Outdoor equipment housings and coversAutomotive exterior trim componentsSignage and point-of-sale displaysAgricultural and marine hardwareExterior sensor enclosures and mounts
ASA
Material Capabilities
Capabilities & Benefits
- UV-stable with no yellowing over time
- Weather and moisture resistant
- High impact toughness at 30% elongation
- Heat resistance up to 95 °C HDT
- Comparable printability to ABS
Technical Specs
Technical Properties
| Tensile Strength | 45 MPa |
|---|---|
| Elongation at Break | 30 % |
| Heat Deflection Temp | 95 °C |
| Density | 1.07 g/cm³ |
| Young’s Modulus | 2100 MPa |
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FAQ
ASA — frequently asked
Quick answers about acrylonitrile styrene acrylate for production printing.
What is ASA (Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate) best used for?
UV-stable thermoplastic engineered for outdoor exposure. Maintains colour and mechanical properties after prolonged weathering — no yellowing, no surface degradation. Drop-in replacement for ABS in any exterior-facing application. Typical applications include outdoor equipment housings and covers.
What are the key mechanical properties of ASA?
Tensile strength 45 MPa, elongation at break 30%, heat deflection 95 °C, density 1.07 g/cm³, Young's modulus 2100 MPa.
Can I get an instant quote for ASA?
ASA is quoted by hand because it benefits from a brief DFM review (chamber temperature, support strategy, post-processing). Send the part through the contact form and you'll have a number back the same day.
What can I produce with ASA?
Common projects: Outdoor equipment housings and covers; Automotive exterior trim components; Signage and point-of-sale displays; Agricultural and marine hardware; Exterior sensor enclosures and mounts.
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