Nylatron® GSM PA6
- Chemical Family
- Polyamides
Nylatron® GSM Polyamide PA6, a unique material that combines the benefits of Molybdenum Disulphide (MoS2) with the impact resistance of cast nylon products. This material is specifically designed to enhance load-bearing capabilities while maintaining its strength and toughness.Features:Contains finely divided particles of Molybdenum Disulphide (MoS2)Enhances load-bearing capabilitiesMaintains impact resistance inherent to cast nylon productsPossesses an ideal combination of strength and toughnessExhibits excellent mechanical and electrical propertiesBenefits:Can withstand high pressure and heavy loadsResistant to impact and wearProvides stability and durability in various applicationsCan be used in high-precision and automated equipmentApplications:GearsBearingsSprocketsSheavesConstruction and heavy equipment marketsNylatron® GSM Polyamide PA6 is an ideal solution for industries that require materials with high load-bearing capabilities, excellent impact resistance, and strong mechanical and electrical properties.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Plates, Rods, Tube
- Plates
- Rods
- Tube
Product families
- Equipment & Parts
Other characteristics
- Brand
- Nylatron® PA
- Density
- 1,150.0 kg/m³
- Features
Excellent Toughness, Good Electrical Properties, Good Mechanical Properties, High Impact Resistance, High Loading Absorption Capability, High Strength, Low Coefficient of Friction
- Polymer Name
- Polyamide 6 (PA 6)
- Tensile Modulus
- 3,446.0 MPa
- Markets
- Industrial
- Technology
- Plastics
- Product Families
- Plastics — Parts, Shapes & Films
- Overview
Broadest size range availability; Good mechanical and electrical properties; Ideal balance of strength and toughness; Cast as finished parts and near net shapes (nylon 6)
- Additives Included
- Lubricant (Molybdenum Disulfide)
- Lubricant (Wax)
- Material Features
- Excellent Toughness
- Good Electrical Properties
- Good Mechanical Properties
- High Impact Resistance
- High Loading Absorption Capability
- High Strength
- Low Coefficient of Friction
- HIGHLIGHTS
Nylatron GSM PA6 contains finely divided particles of molybdenum disulphide (MoS2) to enhance its load bearing capabilities while maintaining the impact resistance inherent to nylon. It is the most commonly used grade for gears, sheaves, sprockets and custom parts. It is gray-black in color.
- Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
- Bearings
- Gears
- Sheaves
- Slide Pads
- Slide Rails
- Sprockets
- Thrust Washer
- Trunnion Bearings
Technical data
Table 1 of 4
8 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 10000 | PSI | ASTM D638 ⁸ |
| Tensile Strain at Yield (Elongation) | 15 | % | ASTM D638 ⁸ |
| Tensile Strain at Break (Elongation) | 30 | % | ASTM D638 ⁸ |
| Tensile Modulus of Elasticity | 500 | KSI | ASTM D638 ⁸ |
| Compressive Strength | 13000 | PSI | ASTM D695 ¹¹ |
| Flexural Strength | 15000 | PSI | ASTM D790 ¹³ |
| Flexural Modulus of Elasticity | 500 | KSI | ASTM D790 |
| Hardness ¹⁴ | 80 | — | ISO 2039-2, Rockwell M |
Table 2 of 4
4 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melting Temperature (DSC, 10°C / min) | 420 | °F | ASTM D3418 |
| Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (-40 to 150 °C) | 55 | µin./in./°F | ASTM E-831 (TMA) |
| Heat Deflection Temperature | 200 | °F | ASTM D648 9 (Method A: 1.8 MPa (264 PSI)) |
| Continuous Allowable Service Temperature in Air (20.0 hrs) ³ | 200 | °F | — |
Table 3 of 4
1 row| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Resistivity | 10E12 | Ohm/sq. | ANSI/ESD STM 11.11 |
Table 4 of 4
5 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Absorption (After 24h immersion in water of 23°C) | 0.3 | % | ASTM D570 ¹⁷ |
| Water Absorption (at saturation in water of 23 °C) | 6 | % | ASTM D570 ¹⁷ |
| Wear Rate | 65 | In³.min/ft.lbs.hrx10⁻¹⁰ | QTM 55010 ¹⁹ |
| Dynamic Coefficient of Friction | 0.18 | — | QTM 55007 ²⁰ |
| Limiting PV (at 100 FPM) | 5500 | ft.lbs/in².min | QTM 55007 ²¹ |
