Table 1 Summary of materials with hardness and water absorption; data provided by manufacturer
From: Assessment of early onset surface damage from accelerated disinfection protocol
Material | Hardness (Hardness rating) | Water absorption |
|---|---|---|
HDPE | Durometer 60D (Medium) | Not rated |
ABS | Rockwell R100 (Hard) | 0.65% |
EPDM | Durometer 40A (Medium soft) | Not rated |
LDPE | Durometer 40D (Medium soft) | Not Rated |
Formica | Rockwell M100 (Extra hard) | 1.20% |
PC | Rockwell R120 (Hard) | 0.25 |