Temperature Range  Melting Point Characteristics
Polyethelene (PE) -50°C to 80°C 105°C to 115°C  Flexible, durable, chemical resistant
Polypropylene (PP) 0°C to 120°C 130°C to 171°C
High resistance to heat, chemical resistance, lightweight
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) -10°C to 60°C
100°C to 260°C (depends on the type)
Flame resistance, electrical insulation, rigid or flexible depending on additives.
Polystyrene (PS) -20°C to 70°C 210°C to 240°C
Transparent or opaque, lightweight, easily molded.
Polyethelene Terephthalate (PET) -40°C to 70°C
250°C to 260°C
Transparent, highly durable
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) -20°C to 80°C
210°C to 270°C
Excellent impact resistance, rigid and tough, easily molded.
Polycarbonate (PC) -135°C to 135°C  220°C to 230°C  Light, durable, good light transmission, easily molded.