Polyamide 6 (PA6), also known as nylon 6, is a condensation polymer obtained through the polymerization of caprolactam. It is a semi-crystalline thermoplastic with a well-balanced combination of mechanical properties, wear resistance, and chemical resistance.Polyamide 6 (PA6), also known as nylon 6, is a condensation polymer obtained through the polymerization of caprolactam. It is a semi-crystalline thermoplastic with a well-balanced combination of mechanical properties, wear resistance, and chemical resistance.
• Automotive industry: Production of gears, bearings, housings, and other parts requiring mechanical strength and wear resistance.
• Electronics: Insulators, connectors, and components requiring good electrical insulation.
• Textile industry: Fiber production for clothing, carpets, and technical textiles due to durability and abrasion resistance.
• Packaging: Film and packaging material manufacturing thanks to mechanical strength and puncture resistance.
• Household appliances: Components like pot and pan handles due to heat resistance and strength.
• High mechanical strength and stiffness: PA6 offers high tensile strength and stiffness, enabling use in demanding applications.
• Good wear resistance: The material resists abrasion, making it suitable for parts exposed to friction.
• Good chemical resistance: PA6 is resistant to various chemicals, including oils, fuels, and some solvents.
• Easy processing: PA6 is suitable for injection molding, extrusion, and casting processes.
• High moisture absorption: PA6 has a high moisture uptake, which can affect dimensional stability and mechanical properties.
• Lower strength and stiffness than PA66: PA6 has slightly lower mechanical performance compared to PA66.
• Sensitivity to strong acids: PA6 is not resistant to strong acids, which limits its use in certain chemical environments.
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