Nylatron® NSM PA6
- Chemical Family
- Polyamides
Nylatron® NSM Polyamide PA66 is a high-performance thermoplastic that is designed to provide exceptional wear resistance and long-term durability in a wide range of industrial applications. This solid lubricant-filled, proprietary cast nylon formulation offers superior self-lubricating properties, outstanding friction behavior, maximum wear resistance, and excellent dynamic load-bearing capacities that are up to five times higher than conventional cast nylon grades.Features:The most wear-resistant thermoplastic availableSelf-lubricating with outstanding friction behaviorDynamic load-bearing capacity up to 5x higher than standard cast nylonsService life up to 10x longer than standard cast nylonsBenefits:Provides exceptional wear resistance and long-term durabilityIdeal for high-velocity applications requiring larger geometriesSuitable for a wide range of industrial applicationsApplications:BearingsGearsWear padsPulleysSheavesBushingsValve seatsSealsNylatron® NSM Polyamide PA66 is an ideal solution for industrial applications in the conveying and processing industries and other applications that require a high-performance thermoplastic material with superior wear resistance. This grade is often used as a solution for bearings, gears, wear pads, pulleys, sheaves, bushings, valve seats, and seals, and has the ability to last up to 10 times longer than standard nylon grades, making it a perfect choice for high-velocity, unlubricated moving parts requiring larger geometries.
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
High Loading Absorption Capability, Lubricated, Self Lubricating, Wear Resistant
- Polymer Name
- Polyamide 66 (PA 66)
- Tensile Modulus
- 3,446.0 MPa
- Markets
- Industrial
- Technology
- Plastics
- Product Families
- Plastics — Parts, Shapes & Films
- Overview
Self lubricating Nylon 6 for superior wear resistance; Highest wear resistant thermoplastic available (k-factor = 12; PV = 5 X standard cast nylons); Extended part life; Excellent Cost vs. Performance Ratio Value; Continues to outperform others or other materials time and time again
- Additives Included
- Lubricant (Unspecified)
- Material Features
- High Loading Absorption Capability
- Lubricated
- Self Lubricating
- Wear Resistant
- HIGHLIGHTS
Developed specifically for demanding applications, Nylatron® NSM outperforms all other "premium" wear grade materials by far. Ideal for bearings and wear pads, Nylatron® NSM offers advantages beyond superior wear resistance at an affordable price. It provides weight and noise reduction, corrosion resistance, and easy machining. With less downtime and reduced maintenance, save time and money by realizing the increased performance and productivity of this self-lubricating nylon.
- Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
- Bearings
- Bushings
- Gears
- Insulators
- Pulleys
- Seals
- Sheaves
- 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 |
