ABS vs Polycarbonate: Which Material Is Best for Electronic Enclosures?
When you're specifying materials for an electronic enclosure, the choice often comes down to two workhorses of the plastics world: ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) and Polycarbonate (PC). At Beechcraft Ltd, we've spent years helping clients navigate this exact decision, and the honest answer is: it depends on what your product needs to survive. Below, we break down the real differences so you can make a confident, informed choice. Quick Overview: What Are ABS and Polycarbonate? ABS is a thermoplastic polymer known for its affordability, ease of molding, and good impact resistance at room temperature. It's the material behind everything from LEGO bricks to computer keyboard housings. Polycarbonate is a stronger, more heat-resistant engineering plastic prized for its exceptional impact strength and optical clarity. It's used in bulletproof glass, safety goggles, and high-performance enclosures. Both are widely used in electronics housings — but they behave very dif...
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