PC-ABS Injection Molding
PC-ABS housings engineered for impact, heat, and appearance.
PartsMake provides full-service plastic injection molding for electronics and automotive components, from DFM and mold construction to high-volume production, finishing, and assembly.
50–800
Ton injection machines
±0.03 mm
Precision tolerance
24–48 h
DFM and quote review
Material focus
A balanced choice for demanding enclosures
PC-ABS combines impact resistance, heat deflection, cosmetic quality, and practical molding performance for complex housing designs.
Why PC-ABS
Designed around the realities of electronics and automotive housings.
PC-ABS is preferred when a part must handle impact, elevated temperatures, and demanding surface requirements without sacrificing manufacturability. Our engineering team optimizes tooling for PC-ABS flow behavior to reduce sink marks, knit lines, and internal stress.
Impact resistance
Supports robust covers, bezels, brackets, and interior components exposed to handling or vibration.
Heat performance
Grade selection and process control help meet application-specific heat deflection requirements.
Aesthetic flexibility
Gloss, matte, textured, painted, printed, and color-matched finishes support OEM appearance targets.
Process control
Centralized drying and material-aware molding parameters protect structural integrity and consistency.
Technical capabilities
A production platform sized for prototypes through high-volume programs.
We support engineering prototypes, bridge production, and production tooling with injection machines from 50 to 800 tons.
| Specification | PartsMake Capability |
|---|---|
| Mold Types | Prototype, bridge, and production molds |
| Mold Cavities | Single-cavity and multi-cavity |
| Mold Steel | P20, 718H, NAK80, S136, H13 |
| Max Mold Size | Up to 1000 × 800 mm |
| Injection Tonnage | 50–800 ton |
| Max Part Size | Approximately 800 × 600 × 300 mm |
| Part Weight | < 1 g to approximately 5 kg |
| Standard Tolerance | ±0.05–0.20 mm |
| Precision Tolerance | Down to ±0.03 mm |
| Wall Thickness | Recommended 1.0–3.0 mm; minimum 0.5 mm |
| Draft Angle | Typically 0.5°–2° |
Processing window
Stable processing starts with dry material and grade-specific settings.
PC-ABS is hygroscopic. Our centralized drying systems and controlled process windows help prevent hydrolysis and preserve material performance before injection.
Drying temperature
80°C–100°C
Drying time
3–4 hours
Melt temperature
230°C–270°C
Mold temperature
60°C–100°C
Shrinkage rate
0.5%–0.7%
Heat deflection temperature
90°C–120°C
Grade dependent
Safety performance
UL94 V0Flame-retardant PC-ABS for electronics housings.
We process UL94 V0-rated PC-ABS for applications requiring enhanced fire safety. Process control helps prevent excessive shear or heat from degrading flame-retardant additives and supports the required certification profile.
Surface and texture options
Build the right cosmetic finish into the tool and process.
- ●SPI A1–D3 finishes: High-gloss optical surfaces through matte finishes.
- ●VDI textures: Precision EDM texturing to hide gate marks or improve grip.
- ●Painting and printing: Secondary painting, laser marking, and pad printing for Pantone, RAL, and OEM branding requirements.
Manufacturing workflow
Engineering decisions are made before production begins.
Our workflow is designed to identify design risks before steel is cut, reducing avoidable tooling changes and protecting launch schedules.
01
DFM analysis
Review CAD files for wall uniformity, draft angles, rib placement, and gate locations based on PC-ABS flow characteristics.
02
Mold design and tooling
Build molds in P20, 718H, or NAK80 steel for production requirements from 10,000 to 1,000,000+ cycles.
03
T1 sampling
Provide initial samples for dimensional verification, fit testing, and design confirmation before full-scale production.
04
Production and assembly
Support inserts, ultrasonic welding, assembly, inspection, and final packaging for completed parts.
Project readiness
What to include with your quote request.
Share enough information for our engineering team to select the right grade, process window, finish, and tooling approach.
Start Your PC-ABS Project01
CAD files
STEP, IGS, or X_T format files for review.
02
Material specification
PC-ABS grade, UL94 V0 requirement, or other performance targets.
03
Volume and finish
Annual volume, color, texture, and secondary operation requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Practical answers for PC-ABS programs.
Our engineering review connects material selection, mold design, processing, and finishing requirements before production begins.
Request a quote
Move your PC-ABS housing project forward.
Send your CAD files and project details. Our engineering team will review your requirements and return a DFM analysis and formal quote within 24–48 hours.
Material: PC-ABS grade or flame-retardant requirement
Annual volume: Estimated parts per year
Finish: Texture, color, and secondary operations
Project inquiry