Stop wrestling with materials that can’t keep up. Meet Nylon. It’s not just a plastic; it’s a high-performance engineering polymer engineered for challenges. Renowned for its exceptional strength, toughness, and resistance to wear and chemicals, Injection Molding Grade Nylon is the go-to choice for parts that demand reliability under pressure. From the heart of your car’s engine bay to the intricate components in your electronics, Nylon delivers where others fail. It’s the silent workhorse, the durable solution, the material that gets the job done.
KEY BENEFITS
| Benefit | What It Means For You |
|---|---|
| Exceptional Strength & Stiffness | High mechanical load-bearing capacity. Parts maintain their shape and function under significant stress, reducing the risk of failure. |
| Superior Toughness & Impact Resistance | Withstands sudden shocks, drops, and impacts without cracking. Perfect for protective housings and rugged-use components. |
| Excellent Wear & Abrasion Resistance | Ideal for gears, bearings, and sliding parts. Outlasts many other plastics and even metals, ensuring a longer service life. |
| Good Heat Resistance | Performs reliably at elevated temperatures. Certain grades can withstand continuous exposure to 180°C+ environments. |
| Inherent Lubricity | Low coefficient of friction allows for smooth operation in moving parts, often without the need for additional lubricants. |
| Resistance to Fuels & Oils | Unphased by hydrocarbons. The premier choice for automotive and machinery components exposed to gasoline, oil, and greases. |
| Cost-Effective Performance | Delivers a property profile comparable to more expensive engineered plastics, offering superior value without compromising on quality. |
APPLICATIONS
| Industry | Specific Applications |
|---|---|
| Automotive | Engine covers, intake manifolds, cooling fans, gears, bushings, electrical connectors, and fuel system components. |
| Electrical & Electronics | Circuit breakers, switches, connectors, cable ties, coil formers, and housings for power tools and appliances. |
| Consumer Goods | Power tool housings, sports equipment, zippers, brush filaments, and high-stress components in furniture. |
| Industrial Machinery | Gears, bearings, rollers, seals, valve seats, and custom machined parts requiring high wear resistance. |
| Aerospace & Defense | Lightweight, strong components for non-critical structural parts, fasteners, and housings. |
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
*Note: Values are typical for general-purpose Nylon 66. Specific grades may vary.*
| Property | Test Method | Value / Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength (at Yield) | ASTM D638 | 80 – 90 | MPa |
| Flexural Modulus | ASTM D790 | 2,800 – 3,200 | MPa |
| Impact Strength (Izod Notched) | ASTM D256 | 40 – 60 | J/m |
| Melting Temperature | – | 260 – 265 | °C |
| Heat Deflection Temp (@ 1.8 MPa) | ASTM D648 | 220 – 240 | °C |
| Density | ASTM D792 | 1.13 – 1.15 | g/cm³ |
| Coefficient of Friction | ASTM D1894 | 0.2 – 0.3 | – |
| Water Absorption (24hr) | ASTM D570 | 1.2 – 1.6 | % |