Polyamide
Polyamide PA6
Toughness & wear resistance
Polyamide PA6 (Nylon 6) is an engineering thermoplastic widely used in industry for its excellent balance of mechanical performance, wear resistance and cost. It stands out for its high stiffness, toughness and ability to withstand dynamic and repeated loads. PA6 offers excellent resistance to abrasion, impact and fatigue, with a low coefficient of friction that makes it ideal for moving parts. It also resists oils, greases, fuels and many chemicals well. Easy to machine, it provides good dimensional stability in many industrial applications. Thanks to its versatility, PA6 is widely used for gears, bushings, bearings, rollers, pulleys, chain guides, conveyor parts and mechanical components in engineering, automotive, food, packaging and manufacturing. It is an excellent alternative to metals wherever low weight, strength and durability are needed.
Available dimensions
| Round bars | Ø 20 – 500 mm |
|---|---|
| Sheets (thickness) | 20 – 50 mm |
Forms
- Sheet
- Round bar
Colours
- Yellow
- Black
Applications
- Gears and gear wheels
- Pulleys and rollers
- Bushings and bearings
- Chain guides
- Conveyor parts
Technical properties
| Tensile strength | 75 MPa |
|---|---|
| Continuous temp. | -40 → +100 °C |
| Shore D hardness | 75 |
| Moisture absorption | 2.5 % |
Typical, indicative values — not contractual. Reference data is given in the technical data sheet.
Technical data sheets
Sectors
- Mechanical engineering
- Textile
- Aerospace
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