Nylon 6 (PA6)
Nylon 6 (PA6) is a versatile engineering thermoplastic with excellent toughness, wear resistance, and vibration dampening. It absorbs more moisture than other engineering plastics, which should be considered in dimensionally critical applications.
Machinability
70/100
Tolerance
±0.05 mm
Category
Engineering Plastics
Material Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 79 MPa (11.5 ksi) |
| Yield Strength | 70 MPa (10.2 ksi) |
| Hardness | Rockwell R119 |
| Density | 1.14 g/cm³ |
| Machinability Rating | 70/100 |
| Thermal Conductivity | 0.25 W/m·K |
| Melting Point | 220 °C |
| Tolerance | ±0.05 mm |
Common Grades
Nylon 6PA6Cast Nylon 6Nylon 6 MoS2
Advantages
- Excellent toughness and impact resistance
- Good wear resistance
- Self-lubricating
- Cost-effective
Limitations
- High moisture absorption (affects dimensions)
- Lower stiffness than Delrin
- Dimensional instability in humid environments
Common Applications
Bushings
Rollers
Wear pads
Gears
Spacers
Cable ties
Industries Served
Industrial MachineryAutomotiveConsumer ProductsFood Processing
Available Surface Finishes
As-MachinedPolishedDyed