Typical Applications
Mechanical Components
Gears, housings and structural parts requiring strength and wear performance.
Automotive Parts
Under-hood and structural components selected for heat, chemical and mechanical requirements.
Electrical Components
Connectors, housings and insulating parts requiring electrical and flame performance.
Industrial Products
Parts requiring reinforcement, dimensional stability or abrasion resistance.
Grade Selection Factors
The following factors are application references, not guaranteed specifications. Final selection must be confirmed using the current producer TDS, COA and customer requirements.
| Selection Item | What to Confirm |
|---|---|
| PA6 or PA66 | Select according to processing, heat, moisture and mechanical requirements. |
| Reinforcement | Confirm unfilled or glass-fiber percentage and orientation concerns. |
| Conditioning | Define dry-as-molded or moisture-conditioned property requirements. |
| Flame and electrical rating | State the exact standard, rating and part thickness. |
Information Needed for Quotation
PA6 or PA66, current grade, reinforcement, viscosity, heat, impact, flame rating, color, drying system, quantity and destination port.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between PA6 and PA66?
They differ in processing, moisture behavior, heat resistance and mechanical balance; selection is application-specific.
Must nylon be dried?
Yes. Proper drying is normally essential for stable processing and properties.
Can glass-filled nylon replace metal?
It can in some designs, but load, creep, moisture, temperature and part geometry must be evaluated.