Are 70G33 and GF30 the same?
Both imply 30% glass in common usage; confirm on TDS.
Grade names
Decoding Plastic Resin Callouts for Buyers (PC 141R, ABS MG38, PA66-GF30)
Overseas drawings may show Lexan 141R or ChiMei PA-747 while your ERP wants PA66-GF30 style tokens.
Grade names
Two naming systems on one BOM
Supplier codes and ISO 1043 suffixes often appear together.
Overseas drawings may show Lexan 141R or ChiMei PA-747 while your ERP wants PA66-GF30 style tokens.
Supplier codes are commercial names; ISO suffixes describe base polymer, fill, and additive packages.
Translate both onto the PO so molders and compounders see the same row.
Quote checklist
Decode checklist
Copy these fields into your RFQ or instant quote notes.
Identify base polymer acronym
Map supplier code to TDS
Translate GF30 vs 70G33 glass load
Keep flame filter separate from name
Examples
Examples
Weak callouts widen assumptions; specific grades tighten quotes.
| Field | Too vague | Better |
|---|---|---|
| PC 141R | Supplier PC grade | Map to TDS; not a global standard code |
| ABS MG38 | Supplier ABS grade | Copy exact suffix on PO |
| PA66-GF30 | ISO style | 66 nylon with 30% glass fiber |
Instant quote
PO translation
NetProto quote flow: upload, specify assumptions, review, submit.
- 1
Copy supplier row verbatim
Primary line on PO.
- 2
Add ISO token
If your QMS requires it.
- 3
Attach TDS
Same revision as quote.
- 4
Instant quote notes
Paste both names if needed.
FAQ
FAQ
PC vs PC-ABS suffix?
Blend grades use PC+ABS in ISO marking.
Who owns translation errors?
Buyer BOM owner; molder molds what PO states.
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