ABS-Like FR vs GF Nylon-Like
Polyurethane · grade comparison
ABS-Like FR and GF Nylon-Like are both polyurethane grades, both rigid pu. GF Nylon-Like is the stronger of the two: tensile strength 60 MPa (8.7 ksi) against 50 MPa (7.25 ksi) for ABS-Like FR, about 20% more. In exchange, ABS-Like FR is the more ductile: elongation 9% versus 5% for GF Nylon-Like. ABS-Like FR is lighter (1.17 g/cm³ vs 1.4 g/cm³ for GF Nylon-Like) and GF Nylon-Like is stiffer (4 GPa vs 2.3 GPa). On the shop floor, ABS-Like FR machines more easily (very good vs good).
ABS-Like FRChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when weight is the constraint.
GF Nylon-LikeChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
ABS-Like FR vs GF Nylon-Like: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all polyurethane grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
How to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all polyurethane grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Poisson's Ratio
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Compressive Modulus
Flexural Strength
Flexural Modulus
Izod Impact, Notched
Hardness, Shore D
Hardness, Rockwell R
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Glass Transition (Tg)
Water Absorption (24 h)
Same in both: Water Absorption (Saturation) 1.2%
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Specific Heat Capacity
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Min Service Temperature
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 1.8 MPa
Vicat Softening Point (B50)
Limiting Oxygen Index
Max Service Temperature (short-term)
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Dielectric Constant (1 MHz)
Surface Resistivity
Comparative Tracking Index (CTI)
Same in both: Electrical Resistivity 1×10¹² Ω·m3.94×10¹⁹ µΩ·in · Dielectric Strength 18 kV/mm457 V/mil · Dissipation Factor (1 MHz) 0.03 · Volume Resistivity 1×10¹⁴ Ω·cm
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
UV / Weathering Resistance
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Polishability
Mold Shrinkage
Mold Temperature (typ.)
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Water
Same in both: Embodied Carbon (primary production) 5.5 kg CO₂/kg · Typical Recycled Content 0%
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Thermal Diffusivity
Same in both: Specific Strength (UTS / density) 43 kN·m/kg · Thermal Shock Resistance Index 0
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every polyurethane grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | ABS-Like FR | GF Nylon-Like |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$ Standard | $$ Standard |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
Both are offered for Urethane casting.
ABS-Like FR vs GF Nylon-Like — frequently asked
Is GF Nylon-Like stronger than ABS-Like FR?
Yes. GF Nylon-Like has a typical tensile strength of 60 MPa (8.7 ksi) against 50 MPa (7.25 ksi) for ABS-Like FR — about 20% more.
Which is cheaper, ABS-Like FR or GF Nylon-Like?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$, standard); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
Which is easier to machine, ABS-Like FR or GF Nylon-Like?
ABS-Like FR. Its machinability rates very good (75/100) against good (55/100) for GF Nylon-Like.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in ABS-Like FR and GF Nylon-Like side by side — material, machining time, tolerance and finish in one quote. Certified material data ships with the order on request.
Typical handbook values for the conditions named above, normalised for comparison. Hardness on non-Brinell scales is converted approximately for charting only. Request certified data with your order for design-critical properties.