PC/ASA (Polycarbonate-Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate)

PC/ASA (Polycarbonate-Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate) compounds are engineered plastic materials that combine PC and ASA resins with various additives and modifiers to achieve specific properties and performance characteristics. PC-ASA blends offer a combination of the properties of both PC and ASA, making them suitable for various outdoor and high-impact applications.

About our suppliers

Polykemi is a leading producer of high-quality polymer compounds and masterbatches, serving a variety of industries, including consumer products, construction, and automotive. Polykemi prioritizes innovation and customer satisfaction, offering specialized solutions to meet each client’s unique needs.

RTP specializes in the compounding of custom engineered thermoplastics for a variety of applications and industries. The company has a global presence, with manufacturing facilities and technical centers located across multiple regions. RTP is committed to innovation and continuously develops new products and formulations to meet the evolving needs of its customers.

Lotte Chemical is a global chemical company dedicated to creating a better world through chemistry. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, Lotte Chemical is at the forefront of developing the future hydrogen ecosystem, renewing mobility, and promoting a more valuable world through the circular economy of plastics.

Unique Properties

Weather Resistance: They exhibit excellent weather resistance, making them suitable for prolonged outdoor exposure without degradation.
UV Stability: PC-ASA compounds are highly stable against UV radiation, ensuring long-lasting color and appearance retention.
Impact Resistance: They have good impact resistance, allowing them to withstand mechanical stress and impact.

Dimensional Stability: PC-ASA compounds have good dimensional stability, ensuring that parts maintain their shape and size in various conditions.
Chemical Resistance: They offer resistance to a wide range of chemicals and solvents, enhancing their durability.
Including flame retardant versions

Alternative for

The choice of using PC-ASA compounds depends on specific application requirements, including weather resistance, UV stability, and impact resistance. Alternatives may include other engineering thermoplastics like polycarbonate (PC), acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), or acrylonitrile styrene acrylate (ASA), depending on the desired characteristics and cost considerations. The selection is influenced by factors such as the intended use, regulatory requirements, and the need for specific material properties. PC-ASA compounds are preferred when their unique combination of properties aligns with the application’s needs, particularly in industries where weather resistance and UV stability are critical, such as automotive and construction.