Would this melt or warp an ABS composite suitcase?
1833035
I don't believe that it would. If it could, then the suitcase couldn't withstand summer travel very well.
1833036
ABS plastic readily tolerates temps to 80C/176F (with a "glass transition point" [equivalent to melting for an amorphous substance] of 105C/225F)- this device does not get that hot.
1833037
I'm not exactly sure what that is, but I put my hard-shelled suitcase in it with no adverse effects.
1833038
The Thermal Strike is designed for suitcases. I glanced at ABS composite online and looks like it'd be okay. My suitcases are cloth with metal frames so I can't say with absolute certainty. It can reach 170 degrees Fahrenheit inside, probably the equivalent to inside a car on a really hot day. I've put in hangers made of hard plastic and they've been okay. If you're really concerned, unplug it at 140-145 Fahrenheit let it cool just a little bit, then plug back in for the rest of a 4 hour treatment. It'll stay above 122 Fahrenheit killing temperature. Unfortunately, Thermal Strike doesn't come with an adjustable thermostat. Overall though, I've been very pleased with it, bringing much piece of mind. The Thermal Strike is designed for suitcases. I glanced at ABS composite online and looks like it'd be okay. My suitcases are cloth with metal frames so I can't say with absolute certainty. It can reach 170 degrees Fahrenheit inside, probably the equivalent to inside a car on a really hot day. I've put in hangers made of hard plastic and they've been okay. If you're really concerned, unplug it at 140-145 Fahrenheit let it cool just a little bit, then plug back in for the rest of a 4 hour treatment. It'll stay above 122 Fahrenheit killing temperature. Unfortunately, Thermal Strike doesn't... » Read More The Thermal Strike is designed for suitcases. I glanced at ABS composite online and looks like it'd be okay. My suitcases are cloth with metal frames so I can't say with absolute certainty. It can reach 170 degrees Fahrenheit inside, probably the equivalent to inside a car on a really hot day. I've put in hangers made of hard plastic and they've been okay. If you're really concerned, unplug it at 140-145 Fahrenheit let it cool just a little bit, then plug back in for the rest of a 4 hour treatment. It'll stay above 122 Fahrenheit killing temperature. Unfortunately, Thermal Strike doesn't come with an adjustable thermostat. Overall though, I've been very pleased with it, bringing much piece of mind. « Show Less
134911
Don't know. I bought this to use an a turntable platform. Staying true to form. No warping.
1601252
Don't know. It stays indoors, in refrigerated AC and no warping, after 9 months of use.
1696961
No, I would think even before it is put together it would be too large to put in a suitcase.
636966
I have only used this in top rack. Use it every wash cycle. Never used in bottom rack, but I see there is at least one review (by "Momoftwo") that reports using basket in both top and bottom without any warping or melting.
1725776
Dear Traveler, I traveled on a , plane and placed the foam in my luggage. I didn't fold it in half but I did fold the edges and it was ok. No damage occured.
1283932
Nope! I put pretty hot lip balm in them and they held up great. No warping or softening at all.
1993288
I don't know since I didn't even use it for cooling. As I mentioned in my review this air deflector is for floor registers only and it won't fit ceiling or wall registers. I seriously doubt though that it would melt. It looks durable to me.
1065430
I know they caution against high temps but nothing on low temps causing warping. The best way to know would be to contact the company.
262075
I don't know. The inside tray is plastic so I'm sure it would melt. Hope I never have to find out. In this case, I think you get what you pay for.
222351
Yes, especially if it has a "TSA approved" lock that will be broken and/or discarded, often irreparably damaging your suitcase in the process. Just like real life.
1448676
Very doubtful. The bag seems to be made of the same material as a Zip-Loc bag and I'm reasonably certain it would melt if heat were applied to it.
760678
I'm not sure how it would affect the canvas but I think it might cause the wood frame to warp.
1095375
Not easily. It is a soldering iron with a blade tip so it would mean really slow melting progress.
579941
Did a crush test and it seems to be ABS, it bends/deforms versus shattering.
2281630
There is a chance that the inside liner may warp some if the coco is extremely hot. I use it during brewing beer to hold boiled water in the 130-160 F range and have had some minor warping.
1652929
Id say NO, but I haven't tried to melt it that way. I think it needs a slow melt down. But contact the seller, he will answer all your quastions