Sharp-edged cracking of HDPE
(here a Part of a John Deere ;-)
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…that‘s why I would recommend self-reinforced composite material of a woven texture.
My guess is that green John Deere part is not HDPE, but rather ABS.
Google Translate does a reasonable job of translating German to English for me to understand the majority of posts on this forum, so I suggest using it for anyone that has trouble with following my English posts.
The following is quoted from Google AI :
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John Deere uses a variety of plastics and composite materials for its body panels, including
ABS,
polycarbonate,
polypropylene, and proprietary soy-based resins, depending on the specific model and component.
Common Types of Plastic Used
The specific plastic used often varies based on the required properties (rigidity, impact resistance, flexibility, cost) and the specific part (hood, fender, cowl).
- ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene): Many hoods and fenders are made from ABS plastic, which offers a good balance of rigidity and impact resistance. Painted plastic parts are typically ABS.
- Polycarbonate (PC): Used for components requiring high impact resistance, such as certain tractor hoods, which are known for being very tough.
- Polypropylene (PP): Softer, black plastics are often polypropylene, a widely used material in the automotive industry due to its impact resistance and heat tolerance.
- Proprietary/Composite Materials: John Deere has also developed and used proprietary composite materials, including:
- Envrez: An organic polyester resin and a soybean/corn ethanol polymer blend, often used in slab compression molded (SCM) applications.
- Soy-based RIM and SMC: The company pioneered the use of soy-based materials (Reaction Injection Molding and Sheet Molding Compound) for components like harvester body panels and access doors.
Identifying the Material for Repairs
If you need to identify the exact plastic type for repair purposes (such as welding or using an adhesive kit), the material identification (ID) mark is often molded into the back or underside of the panel. The ID is usually a 2-3 letter code, such as "ABS" or "PP". This code is essential for selecting the correct repair method and product. "