{"id":14104,"date":"2026-03-19T14:19:14","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T13:19:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/orangeplastics.com\/the-7-most-common-types-of-plastic-and-their-applications\/"},"modified":"2026-04-29T15:37:40","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T13:37:40","slug":"the-7-most-common-types-of-plastic-and-their-applications","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/orangeplastics.com\/en\/the-7-most-common-types-of-plastic-and-their-applications\/","title":{"rendered":"The 7 most common types of plastic and their applications"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In the world of plastics, there are countless variations, but which type of plastic is truly suitable for your product? The choice depends entirely on the desired shape, function and durability. In this blog we take you through the seven most commonly used plastics and explain what they excel at and where it\u2019s better to avoid them.  <br\/><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/orangeplastics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Types-of-plastic-overview-1024x606.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13857\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p><em>Overview of different types of plastic.<\/em><br\/><br\/><\/p>\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-qi-blocks-columns qodef-gutenberg-section qodef--template qodef-block-8b2007a2 qodef-col-num--1 qodef-col-layout--100 qodef-content--boxed\"><div class=\"qodef-section-background-overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"qodef-gutenberg-row\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-qi-blocks-column qodef-gutenberg-column qodef-block-936487f4\"><div class=\"qodef-gutenberg-column-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a1a0cdea0b1c36de4121ddc65257ab3e\" id=\"samenvatting\" style=\"font-size:40px\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ef2a138a69dab02dbe9e815e95e21cb8\">The choice of plastic depends on strength, flexibility, heat resistance, chemical resistance and the intended application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-90139a3d6c81e2ded0f7bf1a76997f64\">Selecting the right material prevents issues such as deformation, chemical damage, or wear.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4640434d9b12b1ae849997e3aa52cca3\">For technical components such as gears or bearings, plastics are selected based on wear resistance, strength, and dimensional stability, for example POM or PA.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fed417f543d505c657df096c42cd93ef\">For consumer products, material choice depends on functionality, flexibility, and appearance, for example PP for household items or PET for packaging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1b36fae9c08b83866171ed3d1bc00d10\">Working with an experienced partner such as Orange Plastics helps in selecting the right material and ensuring optimal product performance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n<p><br\/><\/p>\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-qi-blocks-columns qodef-gutenberg-section qodef--template qodef-block-58f5bb9d qodef-col-num--1 qodef-col-layout--100 qodef-content--boxed\"><div class=\"qodef-section-background-overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"qodef-gutenberg-row\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-qi-blocks-column qodef-gutenberg-column qodef-block-59dc7068\"><div class=\"qodef-gutenberg-column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h3>Table of contents<\/h3><nav><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#samenvatting\">Summary<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#hoe-werkt-spuitgieten\">\n1. Polyethylene (PE)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#hoe-werkt-spuitgieten-1\">\n2. Polypropylene (PP)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#hoe-werkt-spuitgieten-1-1\">\n3. Acrylonitrile-Butaddiene-Styrene (ABS)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#hoe-werkt-spuitgieten-1-1-1\">\n4. Polyamide (PA \/ Nylon)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#hoe-werkt-spuitgieten-1-1-1-1\">\n5. Polycarbonate (PC)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#hoe-werkt-spuitgieten-1-1-1-1-1\">\n6. Polyoxymethylene (POM)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#hoe-werkt-spuitgieten-1-1-1-1-1-1\">\n7. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#conclusie\">\nHow do you choose the right plastic for your product?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#conclusie-1\">\nConclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hoe-werkt-spuitgieten\" style=\"font-size:40px\"><br\/>1. Polyethylene (PE)<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1\" style=\"font-size:30px\">What is PE?<\/h3>\n\n<p>Polyethylene is the most widely used type of plastic worldwide and is commonly <a href=\"https:\/\/orangeplastics.com\/en\/injection-molding\/\">applied in injection molding.<\/a> The material is known for its excellent resistance to <strong>chemicals <\/strong>and <strong>low temperatures<\/strong>, making it suitable for both industrial and everyday products. In addition, <a href=\"https:\/\/orangeplastics.com\/en\/injection-molding\/pe-hdpe\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12588\">PE<\/a> is <strong>lightweight<\/strong>, <strong>tough<\/strong>, and <strong>easy to process<\/strong>, which makes it a popular choice for durable and cost-efficient plastic parts.  <a id=\"_msocom_1\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1\" style=\"font-size:30px\">What is it used for?<\/h3>\n\n<p>PE is used for the following applications:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Industrial jerry cans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ice cube trays<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Packaging and simple consumer goods<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-1\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Advantages<\/h3>\n\n<p>Advantages<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Strong<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flexible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chemically resistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Low cost<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-1-1\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Disadvantages<\/h3>\n\n<p>The disadvantages of PE are:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Not heat resistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prone to scratching<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quite flexible<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/orangeplastics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Types-plastic-polyethylene-pe-1024x606.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13910\" style=\"width:1100px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>Example: polyethylene plastic (PE).<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hoe-werkt-spuitgieten-1\" style=\"font-size:40px\"><br\/>2. Polypropylene (PP)<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-2\" style=\"font-size:30px\">What makes PP so special?<\/h3>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/orangeplastics.com\/en\/injection-molding\/polypropylene\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12579\">Polypropylene<\/a> is similar to PE, but it is <strong>harder<\/strong>, <strong>more rigid<\/strong>, and <strong>better resistant to higher temperatures<\/strong>. It is <strong>chemically resistant<\/strong>, <strong>lightweight<\/strong>, and <strong>easy to process<\/strong>, making it widely used for both household and industrial products. In addition, PP is relatively inexpensive and highly recyclable, making it a sustainable choice.  <a id=\"_msocom_1\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-3\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Typical applications<\/h3>\n\n<p>PP is used for the following applications:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Vacuum cleaners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coffee machines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Various household items<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-1-4\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Advantages<\/h3>\n\n<p>The advantages of PP are:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heat resistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dimensionally stable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Suitable for functional components<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-1-1-5\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Disadvantages<\/h3>\n\n<p>The disadvantages of PP are:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>UV sensitive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Risk of deformation under heat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quite flexible<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/orangeplastics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Types-plastic-polypropylene-pp-1024x606.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13924\" style=\"width:1100px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p><em>Example: Polypropylene (PP).<\/em><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hoe-werkt-spuitgieten-1-1\" style=\"font-size:40px\"><br\/>3. Acrylonitrile-Butaddiene-Styrene (ABS)<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-2-2\" style=\"font-size:30px\">What is ABS?<\/h3>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/orangeplastics.com\/en\/injection-molding\/abs\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12552\">Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene<\/a> is popular due to its <strong>solid structure<\/strong>, <strong>impact resistance, and good mechanical properties.<\/strong> It is widely used in consumer products and professional equipment and is easy to process into <strong>complex shapes<\/strong>. <a id=\"_msocom_1\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-3-3\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Where is ABS used for?<\/h3>\n\n<p>ABS is used for the following applications:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Electronic housings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toy building blocks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dashboard components<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-1-4-4\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Advantages<\/h3>\n\n<p>De voordelen van ABS zijn:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Very dimensionally stable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong material<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can be chrome plated<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-1-1-5-5\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Disadvantages<\/h3>\n\n<p>The disadvantages of ABS are:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Not chemically resistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UV sensitive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prone to scratching<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/orangeplastics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Types-plastic-abs-1024x606.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13917\" style=\"width:1100px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p><em>Example: acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS).<\/em><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hoe-werkt-spuitgieten-1-1-1\" style=\"font-size:40px\"><br\/>4. Polyamide (PA \/ Nylon)<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-2-2-2\" style=\"font-size:30px\">What is PA?<\/h3>\n\n<p>Polyamide, better known as nylon, is a strong and durable plastic ideal for heavy-duty and demanding applications. The material is <strong>wear-resistant<\/strong>, <strong>chemically resistant, and mechanically reliable<\/strong>, and is often used for technical components such as gears, bearings, and fasteners. <a id=\"_msocom_1\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-3-3-3\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Applications<\/h3>\n\n<p>Polyamide is used for the following applications:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Drills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engine components<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mechanical parts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-1-4-4-4\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Advantages<\/h3>\n\n<p>The advantages of polyamide are:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>High heat resistance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear resistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Very strong<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Impact resistant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-1-1-5-5-5\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Disadvantages<\/h3>\n\n<p>The disadvantages of polyamide are:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tends to absorb moisture (can be solved by adding glass fiber)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High processing temperature<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/orangeplastics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Types-plastic-polyamide-pa-1024x606.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13865\" style=\"width:1100px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p><em>Example: polyamide (PA\/NYLON).<\/em><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hoe-werkt-spuitgieten-1-1-1-1\" style=\"font-size:40px\"><br\/>5. Polycarbonate (PC)<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-2-2-2-2\" style=\"font-size:30px\">What is Polycarbonate?<\/h3>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/orangeplastics.com\/en\/injection-molding\/pc\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12600\">Polycarbonate (PC)<\/a> is a<strong> transparent plastic with glass-like clarity<\/strong> that is both <strong>strong<\/strong> and <strong>impact resistant<\/strong>. It is widely used in applications where <strong>visibility<\/strong> and <strong>durability <\/strong>are important, such as safety glazing, electronic housings, and lenses. PC is also easy to process in injection molding and suitable for complex shapes.  <a id=\"_msocom_1\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-3-3-3-3\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Common applications<\/h3>\n\n<p>PC is used for the following applications:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Street lamps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eyeglass lenses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Car headlights<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-1-4-4-4-4\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Advantages<\/h3>\n\n<p>The advantages of PC are:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>High transparent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Impact resistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excellent for optical applications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-1-1-5-5-5-5\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Disadvantages<\/h3>\n\n<p>The disadvantages of PC are:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Limited heat resistance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High cost<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sensitive to chemicals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/orangeplastics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Types-plastic-polycarbonate-pc-1024x606.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13922\" style=\"width:1100px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p><em>Example: polycarbonate (PC).<\/em><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hoe-werkt-spuitgieten-1-1-1-1-1\" style=\"font-size:40px\"><br\/>6. Polyoxymethylene (POM)<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-2-2-2-2-2\" style=\"font-size:30px\">What is POM?<\/h3>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/orangeplastics.com\/en\/injection-molding\/polypropylene\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12579\">Polyoxymethylene<\/a>, also known as acetal, is a plastic that stands out for its self-lubricating properties and high dimensional stability. The material is <strong>wear-resistant<\/strong>, <strong>rigid<\/strong>, and <strong>capable of withstanding mechanical stress<\/strong>, making it ideal for precision components such as gears, bearings, and ball bearings. Thanks to its good processability in injection molding and consistent dimensions, POM is highly suitable for both industrial and technical applications.  <a id=\"_msocom_1\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-3-3-3-3-3\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Applications<\/h3>\n\n<p>POM is used for the following applications:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Zippers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gears<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Snap-fit systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mechanical hinges<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-1-4-4-4-4-4\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Advantages<\/h3>\n\n<p>The advantages of POM are:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Low friction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear resistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dimensionally stable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-1-1-5-5-5-5-5\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Disadvantages<\/h3>\n\n<p>The disadvantages of POM are:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Limited chemical resistance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sensitive to UV light<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relatively rigid and brittle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/orangeplastics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Types-plastic-polyoxymethyleen-pom-1024x606.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13869\" style=\"width:1100px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p><em>Example: Polyoxymethylene (POM).<\/em><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hoe-werkt-spuitgieten-1-1-1-1-1-1\" style=\"font-size:40px\"><br\/>7. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-2-2-2-2-2-2\" style=\"font-size:30px\">What is PET?<\/h3>\n\n<p>Polyethylene terephthalate is best known as the material used for soft drink and water bottles, but it is also used for food packaging and fibers in textiles. It is <strong>lightweight<\/strong>, <strong>strong<\/strong>, and <strong>transparent,<\/strong> making it ideal for packaging that requires both protection and presentation. In addition, PET is highly recyclable, contributing to sustainability in packaging solutions.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-3-3-3-3-3-3\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Typical applications<\/h3>\n\n<p>PET is used for the following applications:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Water bottles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food packaging<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pressure-resistant containers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-1-4-4-4-4-4-4\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Advantages<\/h3>\n\n<p>The advantages of PET are:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lightweight<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pressure resistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food safe<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smelten-van-het-kunststofgranulaat-1-1-1-1-5-5-5-5-5-5\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Disadvantages<\/h3>\n\n<p>The disadvantages of PET are:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Not heat resistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sensitive to chemicals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/orangeplastics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Types-plastic-pet-1024x606.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13914\" style=\"width:1100px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p><em>Example: polyethylene terephthalate (PET).<\/em><br\/><br\/><\/p>\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-qi-blocks-columns qodef-gutenberg-section qodef--template qodef-block-930a649e qodef-col-num--1 qodef-col-layout--100 qodef-content--boxed\"><div class=\"qodef-section-background-overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"qodef-gutenberg-row\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-qi-blocks-column qodef-gutenberg-column qodef-block-537c9e0c qodef-vertical-align--middle qodef-horizontal-align--center\"><div class=\"qodef-gutenberg-column-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4706548668cb8bbed32cbaa030e49bc7\" id=\"let-op-ontwerp-bepaalt-het-succes-bij-spuitgieten\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Important point<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c67a3f253549a82786c351616463cb72\">Choose plastic based on function, not just price. When designing, take into account strength, heat resistance, and chemical resistance to prevent problems and extra costs later on. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusie\" style=\"font-size:40px\"><br\/>How do you choose the right plastic for your product?<\/h2>\n\n<p>When selecting the optimal type of plastic, it is important to consider:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Should the product be <strong>flexible or rigid<\/strong>?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Does it need to be <strong>transparent<\/strong>?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must it withstand <strong>heat, cold, chemicals, or pressure<\/strong>?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Is it intended for single use or intensive use?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Is it intended for <strong>one-time or intensive use<\/strong>?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>An experienced injection molding partner such as <strong>Orange Plastics <\/strong>helps you make the right choice, ensuring your <a href=\"https:\/\/orangeplastics.com\/engineering\/\">product performs optimally<\/a> and meets all requirements.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusie-1\" style=\"font-size:40px\"><br\/>Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n<p>Each type of plastic has its own properties, advantages and limitations. Therefore, carefully consider factors such as strength, flexibility, heat resistance and the intended application of the product. This will give you a clearer understanding of which material is most suitable. It is also important to work with an experienced partner, such as Orange Plastics, to ensure you choose the material that allows your product to perform optimally.    <\/p>\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-qi-blocks-columns qodef-gutenberg-section qodef--template qodef-block-3acbbf35 qodef-col-num--1 qodef-col-layout--100 qodef-content--boxed\"><div class=\"qodef-section-background-overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"qodef-gutenberg-row\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-qi-blocks-column qodef-gutenberg-column qodef-block-79086a92 qodef-horizontal-align--start\"><div class=\"qodef-gutenberg-column-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2d7818449abc081e4da82d3d7427adf7\" id=\"uw-product-laten-ontwikkelen\" style=\"font-size:40px\">Need your product developed?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-831c02f4ba4694b59e0b6cb55ac18265\" id=\"uw-product-laten-ontwikkelen\">Do you have a product idea or want a quick price estimate? Contact us and we will assist you right away. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-qi-blocks-spacer qodef-block-container qodef-block-62b1e08b\"><div class=\"qi-block-spacer qodef-block qodef-m\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/orangeplastics.com\/en\/price-indication\/\" style=\"background-color:#f6861f\">Request a price indication<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the world of plastics, there are countless variations, but which type of plastic is truly suitable for your product? The choice depends entirely on the desired shape, function and durability. 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