PA6

Polyamide 6 (PA6), often referred to as nylon 6, is a semi-crystalline thermoplastic widely used in industry. It is renowned for its excellent mechanical properties, wear resistance and resistance to chemicals.

Main features

Mechanical strength: PA6 offers excellent tensile, flexural and impact strength, making it ideal for demanding applications.
Wear resistance: Its low friction and abrasion resistance make it the material of choice for parts subject to repeated friction.
Chemical resistance: PA6 is resistant to many chemicals, including oils, fuels and solvents.
Rigidity: It offers good rigidity, even at high temperatures.
Moisture absorption: PA6 has a slight tendency to absorb moisture, which may affect some of its properties.

Applications

Thanks to its properties, PA6 has a wide range of applications in different sectors:

Automotive industry: Manufacture of mechanical parts, gearboxes, electrical connectors, etc.
Domestic appliances: Manufacture of parts for washing machines, dishwashers, refrigerators, etc.
Electrical and electronics industry: Manufacture of connectors, coils, insulators, etc.
Textile industry: Manufacture of fibres for the production of technical fabrics.
Other applications: Gears, bearings, pumps, valves, 3D printer parts, etc.

Advantages of PA6

Versatility: PA6 can be moulded, extruded or machined to create a wide variety of shapes and parts.
Shock resistance: It can absorb shocks without breaking.
Good electrical insulation: Used in applications where good electrical insulation is required.
Recyclability: PA6 can be recycled, helping to reduce environmental impact.

Manufacture and processing of PA6

PA6 is produced by polymerisation of caprolactam acid. It can be transformed by various techniques such as :

Injection moulding: To manufacture complex parts in large series.
Extrusion: To produce profiles, tubes and films.
Machining: For precision parts.

Buying, Selling and Pricing PA6

You wish to buy PA6? We offer a wide range of PA6 products, in the form of sheets, bars or finished parts. The PA6 prices vary according to quality, quantity and technical specifications.

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