Nylatron® LIG PA6
- Chemical Family
- Polyamides
Nylatron® LIG Polyamide PA6, a self-lubricating, oil-filled nylon that is the perfect solution for industrial applications in the conveying and processing industries. With its unique combination of features, this material offers a range of benefits for a variety of applications.Features:Self-lubricating, oil-filled nylonHigher toughness and limiting pressure velocity when compared to unfilled gradesLow coefficient of frictionBenefits:Enhances load bearing performance and reduces the coefficient of frictionProvides a solution for industrial applications in the conveying and processing industriesApplications:Ideal for use in bushings, bearings, roller wheels, and valve seats and sealsSuitable for use in a wide range of industrial applications where self-lubricating materials are required.
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 Strength, Low Coefficient of Friction, Lubricated, Self Lubricating
- 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; Internally lubricated; Cast as finished parts and near net shapes (nylon 6)
- Additives Included
- Lubricant (Wax)
- Material Features
- Excellent Toughness
- Good Electrical Properties
- Good Mechanical Properties
- High Strength
- Low Coefficient of Friction
- Lubricated
- Self Lubricating
- HIGHLIGHTS
Nylatron® LIG combines the toughness of cast PA6 with an oil-based lubricant that is encapsulated within the nylon matrix. It increases the load beariang performance of the material when compared to unfilled nylons and reduces the coefficient of friction. It is an ideal material for industrial application.
- Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
- Bearings
- Bushings
- Conveyor Parts
- Industrial Applications
- Roller Wheels
- Seals
- Slide Pads
- Valve Seats
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 |
