Extruded Nylon Unfilled
Overview
What is the Material: Extruded Nylon Unfilled is a semi-crystalline material. It is produced using equal parts of two materials, hexamethylene diamine and adipic acid, each molecule made up of 6 carbon atoms, thus the name PA-6/6.
Key Material Features: This material is beneficial in applications requiring mechanical properties, low friction, wear resistance, and abrasion resistance.
Other Considerations: Extruded nylons absorb less moisture and have a melting point about 70°F higher than cast nylon.
Physical
| Property | Value | Typical ASTM Test |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Designation | (PA-6/6) Extruded Polyamide | |
| Trade Names (®, ™) | Nylon 101, Sustamid 6/6, Tecamid 6/6, Unipa 6/6 | |
| Color | Natural and Black | |
| Density (g/cm^3) | 1.14 | D 792 |
Mechanical
| Property | Value | Typical ASTM Test |
|---|---|---|
| Modulus of Elasticity (Tensile Test) (psi) | 350000 | D 638 |
| Tensile Strength at Yield (psi) | 12000 | D 638 |
| Tensile Strength at Break (psi) | 12300 | D 638 |
| Elongation at Yield (%) | 7 | D 638 |
| Elongation at Break (%) | 50 | D 638 |
| Flexural Strength (psi) | 16500 | D 790 |
| Modulus of Elasticity (Flexural Test) (psi) | 440000 | D 790 |
| Compression Strength: 10% Strain (psi) | 12500 | D 695 |
| Compression Strength: 1% Strain (psi) | 1500 | D 695 |
| Compression Modulus (psi) | 392000 | D 695 |
| Impact Strength (Izod) (ft-lbs/in) | 1.2 | D 256 |
| Hardness (M) | 85 | D 785 |
| Coefficient of Friction (Kinetic, 40 psi, 50 fpm) | 0.26 | D 3702 |
| Wear (K) Factor (in^3-min/ft-lbs-hr) (Against Steel, 40 psi, 50 fpm) | 2.00E-8 | D 3702 |
Thermal
| Property | Value | Typical ASTM Test |
|---|---|---|
| Melting Point (°F) | 491 | D 3418 |
| Deflection Temperature (°F) (66 psi) | 450 | D 648 |
| Deflection Temperature (°F) (264 psi) | 194 | D 648 |
| Service Temperature Continuous (°F) | 185 | |
| Thermal Expansion (CLTE) (in/in/°F) | 5.50E-5 | D 696 |
| Specific Heat (BTU/lb-°F) | 0.4 |
Electrical
| Property | Value | Typical ASTM Test |
|---|---|---|
| Specific Surface Resistance (Ω/square) | 1.00E13 | D 257 |
| Volume Resistivity (Ω*cm) | 1.00E15 | D 257 |
| Dielectric Strength (V/mil) | 400 | D 149 |
| Dissipation Factor (1MHz) | 0.02 | D 150 |
| Dielectric Constant (1MHz) | 3.6 | D 150 |
| Dielectric Constant (60 Hz and 50% RH) | 4 | D 150 |
Other
| Property | Value | Typical ASTM Test |
|---|---|---|
| Moisture Absorption (%) (24 Hours) | 0.45 | D 570 |
| Moisture Absorption (%) (Saturated) | 8.5 | D 570 |
| Flammability | V-2 |
The data stated are typical values intended for reference and comparison purposes only. The data should not be used as a basis for design specifications or quality control. The information is provided as a guide to the best of our knowledge and given without obligation or liability. Testing under individual application circumstances is recommended.