Heating Polystyrene: Highest Temp Without Deformation?

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Polystyrene dishes deformed at 85°C, despite the melting temperature being 240°C. The glass transition temperature (Tg) for polystyrene is approximately 90°C, indicating that deformation can occur before reaching the melting point. For precise heating limits without deformation, consulting resources like the "Expanded Polystyrene Handbook" or material property databases may provide valuable insights.
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I placed some polystyrene dishes in an oven. Now, the melting temperature of this material is 240C. And I was at a temperature of 85C. Although this is lower than the melting temperature, the dishes (35 mm diameter) still became deformed.

Does anyone know the highest temperature this material can be heated without deforming the dishes? I realize this is a very specific question, and I could figure out the answer using trial and error, but in the interest of time and limited materials I was wondering if anyone here knew.

Thanks
 
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