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What Materials Are Used for Automotive Plastic Parts?

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VanLaila

07/30/25 8:21am

Automotive plastic parts are polymer automotive materials. Below is a related introduction to polymer automotive materials: 1. Lightweight: One of the most prominent advantages of polymer automotive materials is their lightweight yet high-strength characteristics. Since the average density of various plastics is only 15-20% of that of ordinary steel, they are also lighter than typical wood. This feature is particularly beneficial for high-end large cars, as it can significantly reduce their own weight. 2. Excellent comprehensive physical and chemical properties: Another advantage of polymer automotive materials is their multifunctionality, making them suitable for special applications. Plastics exhibit good insulation properties, outstanding corrosion resistance, aging resistance, excellent wear and scrub resistance, good waterproofing and mechanical properties, as well as strong bonding capabilities. They can be processed into various automotive interior and exterior parts that require multiple properties and functions.

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