Nylon 6 / PA 6
- Alternative Designations: Polyamide 6 / Polycaprolactam
Description:
It is a linear, semi-crystalline polymer composed of repeating p-phenylene units. The number 6 in the name refers to the fact that there are six carbon atoms in the repeating unit. Nylon 6 is made by ring-opening polymerization of caprolactam. The fibers are tough but retain high tensile strength and elasticity. It is extremely resistant to wear and has low friction with good electrical insulation. In addition, it has excellent chemical resistance. It is ideal for components that move and slide such as bearings, gears, and electronic connectors.
Material Properties
Processes:
Special properties
- Chemical resistance
- Elasticity
- Wear resistance
Property | Value, metric | Value, Imperial | Type |
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Density | 1.14 g/cm3 | 1.14 g/cm3 | - |
Elongation at Break | 60% | 60% | - |
Hardness | 81 | 81 | Shore D |
Ultimate Tensile Strength | 40 MPa | 5.8 ksi | - |
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Custom Finishing
If you select a custom finish in the Instant Quoting Engine it will require manual review. Manual quoting usually takes 1-2 business days.
Notes:Submitting for manual review with a custom request does not guarantee a quote.
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CNC machined part without surface finishes (3D render, aluminium)Bead blasting (3D render)
Bead blasting
Bead blasting involves spraying a pressurised stream of tiny beads of media, plastic or glass beads, from a nozzle onto the surface of the part. This removes the burrs and imperfections, leaving a smooth finish.
Notes:The recommended part size is 6-600 mm in both height and width. Smaller parts are hard to hold and tough to produce an even surface.
Final result:
- Uniform, matte or satin-like appearance
- Slightly grainy in the touch