ASA Engineered Matrix • — Unfilled
High Heat ASA
ASA Compound — High Heat ASA
High Heat ASA is formulated with an elevated Vicat Softening Point for exterior automotive trims, solar frames, and unpainted aesthetic components subject to intense heat.
Base Polymer
ASA
Reinforcement
Unfilled
Reinforcement %
—
Moulding Process
Injection Moulding
Available Formulation Colours
NaturalBlack
COMPOUND PROFILE • High Heat ASA
Grade Specification Overview
POLIMATRIX High Heat ASA
ASA Compound — High Heat ASA
Formulation
Unfilled Polymer
Processing
Injection moulding
MFI
16 g/10 min
Heat / impact
HDT 95°C
Recommended for: Under-hood parts components, subject to dimensional, mechanical and processing validation.
Performance Profile
Qualitative Indicators — Typical values on TDSRelative engineering performance ratings across key mechanical and thermal dimensions.
Tensile Stiffness
High
Tensile Strength
High
Impact Resistance
High
Heat Resistance (HDT)
Excellent
Dimensional Stability
High
Processability
High
Surface Finish
Excellent
Key Formulation Characteristics
Higher VSP for demanding applications
Reinforcement: — Unfilled
Formulated for Injection Moulding
Typical Properties & ASTM Standards
Verified typical values for High Heat ASA as published on technical data sheet.
| Mechanical / Physical Property | Test Standard | Typical Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melt Flow Index (MFI / MFR) | ASTM D1238 | 16 | g/10 min |
| Specific Gravity / Density | ASTM D792 | 1.07 | g/cm³ |
| Tensile Strength | ASTM D638 | 45 | MPa |
| Flexural Modulus | ASTM D790 | 1,400 | MPa |
| Izod Impact Strength (Notched) | ASTM D256 | 11.0 | kg·cm/cm |
| Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT / VSP) | ASTM D648 | 95 | °C |
| Flammability Rating | UL 94 | HB | Rating |
* Typical values, not specification limits. Values are for material selection purposes only.
Target Applications
Proven Automotive components and commercial end-use parts moulded with High Heat ASA:
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Technical Assistance
Need Custom Formulation or Testing?
Our application development engineers can tailor filler content, melt flow index, UV stabilization, or masterbatch color matching to your specific molding window.
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