Dec 26, 2019 · Polyurethane is similar to ABS in strength and versatility, but ultimately is created and applied differently. Think of polyurethanes more like a combination of rigid plastic and strong rubber. This construction makes them very durable but a little trickier to recycle.

Dec 30, 2015 · Because ABS plastic is chemical- and heat-resistant and offers good protection against dents, it's widely used by automobile manufacturers as original equipment for trim, bumper covers, and some body panels. Like polyurethane, ABS plastic is more expensive and heavier than fiberglass.

May 1, 2015 · When you use ABS plastic, you get a material that is impact, chemical, and heat resistant. Plus, ABS plastic is very widely used by OEM for body panels. Much like polyurethane, ABS plastic also has superior fit and finish that is found to be more expensive than fiberglass.

Nov 7, 2009 · The comparison chart is about Fiber vs PU, not ABS vs PU. Personally I feel that ABS is much better. If I'm not mistaken, it is expensive than fiber and PU, it has better look when apply paint on it, smooth surface, unlike PU.

Sep 25, 2012 · ABS is a copolymer of Acrylonitrile, Butadiene, and Styrene. ABS plastics generally possess medium strength and performance and medium cost; ABS is often used as the cost and performance dividing line between standard plastics (PVC, polyethylene, polystyrene, etc.) and engineering plastics (acrylic, nylon, acetal, etc.).

Jul 30, 2012 · ABS - This material is starting to become popular in the third party body kit industry. Usually for mass produced parts only. Fitment: Usually perfect like PU. Pro: Light weight, cost less PU and PP+PE.

Jul 21, 2013 · Like polyurethane, ABS plastic is a high quality material with superior fit and finish, which is more expensive and heavier than fiberglass. It's somewhat less flexible than polyurethane but easier to paint.

Jan 11, 2007 · ABS is rigid, versatile, but not good for outdoor exposure (poor UV resistance). Polyurethane (rigid) is stronger than ABS, but harder to work with (cut, mold, etc). Polyurethane plastic is normally used as a foam (rigid or flexible), instead of made into solid objects.

Jul 17, 2022 · I've found one made of ABS plastic selling for $400, and on the other hand I've found two made of Polypropylene plastic, both selling for under $200. My question is, which plastic is generally the better choice for a vehicle's exterior?

Jul 13, 2016 · ABS = used by OEM PP = used by OEM and top tier bodykit makers FRP = combination of Fibre & PU, usually used by Japanese bodykit makers when they refer to their material as "fibre", pros of PU & Fibre, less cons.