Materials

ABS Sheets in New Zealand

Tough, mouldable and impact-proof.

ABS combines rigidity, impact strength and easy thermoforming - making it the material of choice for vehicle panels, machine housings and prototyping. We supply textured and smooth ABS in black, white and natural straight from the factory in any sheet size you need.

ABS specifications

Density: 1.04 g/cm³
Tensile strength: 40 MPa
Service temp: -20 to 80 °C
Thermoforming temp: 160 – 180 °C
Thicknesses: 1 – 12 mm
Finishes: Smooth, Haircell

Common applications

Caravan and trailer panels
Automotive interior trims
Machine and equipment housings
Vacuum-formed packaging
Refrigeration liners
POS and exhibition displays

Why factory-direct abs

Excellent thermoforming

Forms cleanly at 160–180 °C - perfect for moulds, panels and prototypes.

High impact strength

Resists cracking and chipping under repeated stress and cold temperatures.

Smooth or textured

Hi-gloss, matte or Haircell texture finish on one or both faces.

Available grades

NaturalBlackWhiteColouredTextured (Haircell)ABS/PC Blend

Related materials

We also factory-source Acrylic, Polycarbonate, PVC, HDPE, UHMWPE, Nylon and PTFE - shipped factory-direct alongside your abs order.

Need it finished? Custom Signs, Fab Letters & Lightboxes, Offshore CNC Routing & Parts Manufacturing and Swimming Pool Windows can be added to any sheet order.

FAQs

ABS - frequently asked questions

Yes - ABS forms cleanly at 160–180 °C, making it the go-to material for vacuum-formed panels, equipment housings and prototyping. The textured Haircell finish is particularly popular for caravan and trailer interiors.

Standard ABS yellows and chalks under prolonged UV exposure. For outdoor applications choose ASA (acrylonitrile styrene acrylate) or specify a UV-stabilised ABS grade - both ship factory-direct on request.

Natural, black and white are stocked in standard thicknesses. Custom colours and Pantone-matched runs are available with a minimum order - typically 200 sheets per colour for cost-effective factory production.

Ready for factory-direct abs pricing?

Email quotes@plasticsdirect.com.au or send us your specs.

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