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Materials

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    1. 1. Topics in this section

    The selection of a material is primarily based on the physical and mechanical requirements of the product. The chosen material will affect the indicator values.

    Individual plastic grades, and the use of suitable additives, need to be considered before finalizing the material to be used.

    NoteNot all materials are listed in every CAD program.

    Topics in this section

    • Material family information

      Different plastic material families have different characteristics and applications. The following table is an initial guide to selecting an appropriate material.