Polymer properties: Hardness, Heat Deflection

Hardness - The resistance of a material to compression or indentation. Among the testing methods Brinell, Rockwell, and Shore
Heat Deflection or Distortion Point - The temperature at which a standard test bar deflects 0.010 inches under a stated load of either 66 or 264 psi. Indication of maximum temperature that you can eject a part from a mold..