NYCOSIX 512
- Chemical Family
- Polyamides
NYCO6 512 is a fast cycling, nucleated and lubricated Nylon 6 used for injection molding applications. This material features outstanding processability, chemical resistance, and an excellent balance of mechanical properties.
Product families
Applications
- Consumer Goods — Housewares
- Consumer Goods — Sports & Recreation
- Pipes & Plumbing
- Food & Beverage Packaging
- Housings & Enclosures
Product Families
- Polyamides
Other characteristics
- Brand
- NYCOSIX
- Polymer Name
- Polyamide 6 (PA 6)
- Flexural Modulus
- 2797.34 - 2797.34 MPa
- Additives Included
- Lubricant (Unspecified), Nucleating Agent
- Lubricant (Unspecified)
- Nucleating Agent
- Processing Methods
- Injection Molding
- Markets
- Building & Construction
- Consumer Goods
- Electrical & Electronics
- Printing & Packaging
- Compliance
NYCO6 512 is approved by Underwriters Laboratories to standard UL 94-V-2 in thickness as low as 0.7 mm. It is also listed by the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) under standard 61 for applications that come into contact with food or potable water. This grade is also compliant with FDA Regulation 21, Section 177.1500 for Nylon Resins.
- Flame Rating
- UL 94 V2
- Technology
- Plastics
- Labeling Claims
- Food Contact Acceptable
- HIGHLIGHTS
NYCOSIX grades are available in a wide range of viscosities including low, medium, high, and ultra-high. In addition, nylon extractable levels can be customized, along with certain additive packages to meet customers' specifications. Finally, NYCOA's NYCOSIX grades offer a unique opportunity to incorporate inorganic in-situ, introducing chemistries such as Nano-clay particles and micronized silica particles, as well as key additives that provide performance benefits across different applications.
- Material Features
- Chemical Resistant
- Consistent High Quality
- Fast Cycle Times
- Food Contact Acceptable
- Good Mechanical Properties
- Good Processability
- Lubricated
- Nucleated
- Certifications and Compliance
- FDA 21 CFR 177.1500
- ISO 9001
- NSF Approved
- NSF Standard 61 for Drinking Water
- UL 94
- UL Compliant
- Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
- Fittings
- Housings
- Kitchenware
- Plumbing Parts
- Potable Water Applications
- Thin Walled Containers
- Toys
- Plastics and Elastomers Functions
- Resin
- Plastics and Elastomers Processing Methods
- Injection Molding
Technical data
Table 1 of 3
6 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flexural Modulus | 406000 | psi | ASTM D 790 |
| Flexural Strength | 15950 | psi | ASTM D 790 |
| Hardness, Rockwell (R Scale) | 120 | — | ASTM D 785 |
| Notched Izod Impact | 0.85 | ft.lbs./in. | ASTM D 256 |
| Tensile Strength | 13050 | psi | ASTM D 638 |
| Ultimate Elongation | 40 | % | ASTM D 638 |
Table 2 of 3
4 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linear Mold Shrinkage (Normal) | 1.4 | % | ASTM D 955 |
| Linear Mold Shrinkage (Parallel) | 1.2 | % | ASTM D 955 |
| Specific Gravity | 1 | — | ASTM D 792 |
| Water Absorption (at 24 hours) | 1.7 | % | ASTM D 570 |
Table 3 of 3
3 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heat Deflection Temperature (at 264 psi) | 155 | °F | ASTM D 648 |
| Heat Deflection Temperature (at 66 psi) | 375 | °F | ASTM D 648 |
| Melting Temperature | 430 | °F | ASTM D 789 |
