Nylon PA6
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Overview
Nylon PA6 (Polyamide 6) is a versatile engineering plastic with excellent wear resistance, low friction, and good chemical resistance.
Mechanical Properties
| Tensile Strength | 75-90 MPa |
| Elongation | 30-100% |
| Hardness | 70-80 Shore D |
Physical Properties
| Density | 1,130 kg/m³ |
| Melting Point | 220°C |
| Thermal Conductivity | 0.25 W/m·K |
Applications
Gears
Bearings
Bushings
Cable ties
Automotive parts
Textiles
Advantages
- High wear resistance
- Low friction
- Good chemical resistance
- Tough and durable
- Self-lubricating
Limitations
- Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture)
- Dimensional changes with moisture
- UV sensitive
- Difficult to bond
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