ABS-Like FR · flame-retardant grade
ABS-Like FR V2-IM
Properties of the V2-IM condition, compared with the other ABS-Like FR grades.
Choose when snap-fits and drop performance matter more than a full V-0 rating.
What is ABS-Like FR V2-IM?
ABS-Like FR V2-IM is ABS-Like FR in the V2-IM grade — choose when snap-fits and drop performance matter more than a full V-0 rating. ABS-Like FR V2-IM has a yield strength of 45 MPa (6.53 ksi) and a tensile strength of 44 MPa (6.38 ksi) — weaker than 65% of polyurethane grades. Elongation at break is 25% and the elastic modulus is 2.3 GPa (0.334 Msi). ABS-Like FR V2-IM has a density of 1.14 g/cm³ (0.0412 lb/in³), heavier than 57% of polyurethane grades. Its glass-transition temperature is 80°C (176 °F). NAT-V0 is the default condition FabDigit quotes; V2-IM is available on request or by drawing note.
Advantages
- Low, predictable mold shrinkage — 0.15%, better than 92% of polyurethane grades
- Easy to machine — 75/100, better than 80% of polyurethane grades
ABS-Like FR V2-IM properties
Typical room-temperature values for ABS-Like FR V2-IM — 11 properties are specific to this condition; the rest are grade-level values shared by every ABS-Like FR grade. Each bar shows where the value sits among the polyurethane grades in FabDigit's library — further right is higher.
Physical4
ABS-Like FR V2-IM has a density of 1.14 g/cm³ (0.0412 lb/in³), heavier than 57% of polyurethane grades. Its glass-transition temperature is 80°C (176 °F).
Mechanical12
ABS-Like FR V2-IM has a yield strength of 45 MPa (6.53 ksi) and a tensile strength of 44 MPa (6.38 ksi) — weaker than 65% of polyurethane grades. Elongation at break is 25% and the elastic modulus is 2.3 GPa (0.334 Msi).
Thermal11
ABS-Like FR V2-IM is rated for continuous service to 70°C (158 °F). It conducts heat at 0.22 W/m·K (0.127 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 85% of polyurethane grades. Thermal expansion is 80 µm/m·K (44.4 µin/in·°F).
Electrical7
ABS-Like FR V2-IM is an electrical insulator with a dielectric strength of 18 kV/mm (457.2 V/mil) and a resistivity of 1×10¹² Ω·m.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is very good (75/100), better than 60% of polyurethane grades. UV resistance is poor.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of ABS-Like FR V2-IM takes about 100 MJ of energy and emits 5.5 kg of CO₂ — less than 83% of polyurethane grades. Typical recycled content is 0%.
Manufacturability6
ABS-Like FR V2-IM's machinability is very good (75/100, better than 80% of polyurethane grades); weldability not recommended (10/100); formability not recommended (5/100).
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Certified mill or lot data ships with every FabDigit order on request.
Other ABS-Like FR grades and fills
ABS-Like FR is also supplied in 4 other conditions. The full side-by-side table is on the ABS-Like FR overview.
- NAT-V0DefaultDefault balanced grade: paint-ready ivory/off-white castings that must pass UL 94 V-0 at 3 mm.50 MPa tensile
- HT-V0Pick for FR housings that see soldering-adjacent heat, hot-air ageing or automotive under-hood soak tests.58 MPa tensile
- BK-V0Pick when parts ship unpainted in black and still need a V-0 rating; carbon black also improves surface UV tolerance.49 MPa tensile
- MF-V0Use for flat, dimensionally stable FR panels and brackets where stiffness and low shrink beat toughness.45 MPa tensile
- V2-IMChoose when snap-fits and drop performance matter more than a full V-0 rating.44 MPa tensile
Working with ABS-Like FR V2-IM
Is ABS-Like FR easy to machine?
Machines and drills easily with sharp carbide and air blow; FR/mineral fillers dull tools and the dust should be extracted — avoid heat build-up above ~80 °C to prevent gumming.
Can ABS-Like FR be welded?
Thermoset: cannot be heat-welded; join with 2-part epoxy or PU adhesive, or design FR-rated inserts/screw bosses.
Can ABS-Like FR be formed, bent or molded?
Degas both components, cast into silicone tools at 40–70 °C under vacuum, demould in 20–60 min and post-cure 2–4 h at 70–80 °C; keep wall thickness ≥2 mm for reliable V-0 and mind the short pot life of FR-loaded resin.
What surface finishes work on ABS-Like FR?
Sands, primers and paints well (including EMI shielding paint); no plating without a conductive base coat, and light UV yellowing means top-coating for exterior use.
ABS-Like FR chemical composition (wt %)
Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.
| Element | Spec limit (wt %) | Nominal |
|---|---|---|
| polyether/polyester polyol (A-side)with catalyst, defoamer and pigment | 40 – 55 | 46 |
| MDI / MDI-prepolymer isocyanate (B-side)aromatic isocyanate hardener | 30 – 45 | 38 |
| phosphorus flame retardant (RDP/TCP-typehalogen-free systems; some grades use brominated FR + Sb2O3 | 4 – 14 | 9 |
| aluminium trihydrate / mineral fillersmoke suppressant / char former | 0 – 12 | 5 |
| pigment + additivesTiO2 or carbon black, wetting agents | 0.5 – 3 | 2 |
ABS-Like FR V2-IM — frequently asked
What is ABS-Like FR V2-IM used for?
ABS-Like FR V2-IM is typically used for battery enclosures, aircraft interiors and electronics. In short: flame-retardant rigid PU (UL94 V-0 capable).
What is the yield strength of ABS-Like FR V2-IM?
ABS-Like FR V2-IM has a typical yield strength of 45 MPa (6.53 ksi) and a tensile strength of 44 MPa (6.38 ksi) — weaker than 65% of polyurethane grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 5 listed tempers.
Is ABS-Like FR V2-IM easy to machine?
Yes — machinability is rated very good (75/100, better than 80% of polyurethane grades). Machines and drills easily with sharp carbide and air blow; FR/mineral fillers dull tools and the dust should be extracted — avoid heat build-up above ~80 °C to prevent gumming.
Can ABS-Like FR V2-IM be welded?
Not readily — weldability is rated not recommended (10/100). Thermoset: cannot be heat-welded; join with 2-part epoxy or PU adhesive, or design FR-rated inserts/screw bosses.
What surface finishes work on ABS-Like FR V2-IM?
Sands, primers and paints well (including EMI shielding paint); no plating without a conductive base coat, and light UV yellowing means top-coating for exterior use.
Can ABS-Like FR V2-IM be formed, bent or molded?
Degas both components, cast into silicone tools at 40–70 °C under vacuum, demould in 20–60 min and post-cure 2–4 h at 70–80 °C; keep wall thickness ≥2 mm for reliable V-0 and mind the short pot life of FR-loaded resin.
What is the maximum service temperature of ABS-Like FR V2-IM?
ABS-Like FR V2-IM is rated for continuous use to about 70°C (158 °F), and briefly to 100°C. Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
Can FabDigit make parts in ABS-Like FR V2-IM?
Yes — ABS-Like FR V2-IM is available for urethane casting with instant online pricing. Upload a STEP file to get a price and a DFM check.
Sources
- UL 94 — Tests for Flammability of Plastic Materials for Parts in Devices and Appliances — UL Solutions (2023)
- ISO 527-2 / ISO 178 / ISO 75-2 plastics test methods — ISO (2019)
- Vacuum-casting flame-retardant polyurethane resin datasheets (ABS-like FR class) — Hei-Cast / Axson / Huntsman-type suppliers (2024)
- Rigid polyurethane casting resin property ranges — CAMPUS / CES-type material databases (2024)
Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.