5 Key Takeaways: PP vs ABS protective case: comparison of properties and applications
- Application: PP vs ABS protective case: comparison of properties and applications – protective case solution in PP/ABS/Aluminum/HD-PE
- Use case: industrial, MRO, defense, medical, photography, music...
- Material: PP / ABS / Aluminum / HD-PE, IP rating IP54–IP68, CNC foam inlay
- Order: MOQ 500 pieces per Pantone color, 30–45 days lead time, CE/RoHS/REACH/ISO 9001/BSCI
- Shipping: EXW Guangdong (pickup) or FOB Shenzhen / Ningbo. B2B only – no end-consumer sales
PP vs ABS protective case: comparison of properties and applications: Overview
Kexin provides pp vs abs protective case solutions for B2B protective case customers worldwide. OEM factory since 2010, 12,000 m² production floor, 1.5M pcs annual capacity. 7-step process from DFM to shipping. Certified: CE / RoHS / REACH / ISO 9001:2015 / BSCI. EXW Guangdong, FOB Shenzhen/Ningbo. 500-piece MOQ per Pantone color and logo. Contact: [email protected].
Specifications
| Material | PP vs ABS protective case: comparison of properties and applications |
|---|---|
| Lead time | 30–45 days |
| Minimum order quantity | 500 pieces |
| Origin | Guangdong, China |
| Certificates | CE / RoHS / REACH / ISO 9001 / BSCI |
Features
- IP67/IP68 waterproof and dustproof (optional IP68 to 5 m depth)
- MIL-STD-810H drop and shock resistance, 26+ drops from 1.2 m
- Custom CNC-cut foam insert tailored to your device
- Pantone-matched colour from 500-piece MOQ
- TSA lock, pressure-equalization valve, O-ring seal
- EXW Guangdong factory or FOB Shenzhen / Ningbo, 30–45 day lead time
Applications
The PP vs ABS protective case: comparison of properties and applications is used across many industries: industrial, photography, drone, defense, medical, rescue, radio, surveying, marine and more. OEM/ODM customization is standard.
Material Science & Selection
When selecting the right material for PP vs ABS protective case: comparison of properties and applications, we work with four main materials, each offering different property profiles. PP (polypropylene) is the standard case for logistics and field service: impact-resistant, temperature-stable from -40 to +80 °C, recyclable, and cost-efficient. ABS (acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene) delivers better surface quality for showroom and retail applications, is easier to print, and retains brilliant brand colours. PC (polycarbonate) is the premium material for technical equipment: virtually unbreakable, can be tinted transparent, with optional UL 94 V-0 flame retardant. Aluminium cases (AL-5052 / AL-6061) deliver maximum robustness for military, aerospace and heavy instrumentation.
Material Selection Guide
For lightweight logistics and budget-oriented projects, choose PP. If you need premium brand presentation, choose ABS. For technical equipment with high safety requirements, choose PC. For extreme stress and military applications, choose aluminium. Our engineering team helps you free of charge with material selection — tell us the application, weight, IP protection class, and budget, and we will recommend the optimal material including samples within 7 days.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum order quantity for pp vs abs protective case?
Standard MOQ 500 pieces per Pantone color and logo. For popular sizes (e.g., 470*370*180mm, 520*400*200mm), we accept 200-piece trial orders with 30% price premium. 8-series Premium requires MOQ 300 pieces due to tooling complexity.
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?
Standard MOQ 500 pieces for OEM Pantone colour and custom logo. Standard colours and hot-stamp logo from 100 pieces. Custom solutions from 1000 pieces for best unit price.
What is the lead time?
Standard lead time 30–45 days after artwork approval for OEM/ODM. Sample production 7–10 days. EXW Guangdong factory or FOB Shenzhen / Ningbo port. B2B only.
Which certificates and standards do the cases meet?
CE, RoHS 2/3 (EU 2015/863), REACH (EC 1907/2006), ISO 9001:2015, BSCI certified. On request: IP67/IP68 test reports per IEC 60529, MIL-STD-810H drop test, ATA 300 air transport tests. Each shipment includes compliance documentation.
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