Plastic Enclosures and Higher Temperature Options
March 1st, 2010When last we left off, our poor design engineer had discovered that his ABS enclosure failed to take the heat inside the car. Here is a brief recap:
The melting point on ABS is approximately 176 degrees F (80 degrees C). This means that when exposed to temperatures near 176 degrees for extended periods of time, ABS material will begin to lose its shape. When ABS is exposed to hot enough temperatures, the material begins to degrade and soften; leave it long enough and you’ll have a cooked enclosure.
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