SAN

SAN is a set of polymers that provide greater strength and hardness than conventional polystyrene. Therefore, it is often used to create kitchen utensils, cosmetic packaging and other uses.

What is SAN (styrene acrylonitrile styrene)?

SAN is a copolymer made of styrene and acrylonitrile. It is known for its impact resistance and flexural strength. In addition, it can be combined with PC or Thermoplastic Polyurethane to achieve better results.

Sometimes, acrylonitrile styrene can be produced with different colors, such as black. At the same time, it can contain various flow characteristics.

SAN applications

This material is often used to make windows, covers and visors. At the same time, it is used to make medical articles; kitchen utensils; computer articles; food packaging and other uses.

The material is also used in many items because it has a higher thermal resistance than polystyrene. In particular, SAN is resistant to boiling water.

Advantages of SAN

SAN has many advantages. For this reason, it is a product that is commonly used to make various items such as packaging or fiber optics. Among the benefits of this material are the following:

• It faithfully reproduces details of the molds.
• High chemical and thermal resistance.
• The manufacturing cost is low.
• The manufacturing process is extremely simple.
• Good appearance and attractive colors.
• Clarity.
• Good dimensional stability.
• High strength and load-bearing capacity.
• Excellent surface gloss.
• No chemical deterioration against water.

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