MATERIALPA6Plastics
PLASTICSPolyamide 6
MATERIAL DATASHEET
PA6 (Polyamide 6)
Unfilled PA6 with good strength, stiffness and wear resistance. Properties depend strongly on moisture content.
Common for gears, wear plates, and structural components; good machinability.
Standards & designations
| Designation | Reference |
|---|---|
| ISO 1043-1 | PA6 polymer symbol |
| ISO 16396-1 (formerly ISO 1874-1) | PA moulding & extrusion materials — designation system |
| ASTM D4066 | Classification system for nylon injection & extrusion materials |
Mechanical & physical properties
| Property | Value / condition |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength Rm (ISO 527) | ≈ 82–84 MPa (dry-as-molded) |
| Elongation at break (ISO 527) | ≈ 37 % |
| Flexural modulus (ISO 178) | ≈ 3100 MPa |
| Density (ISO 1183-1) | ≈ 1.14 g/cm³ |
| Thermal conductivity | ≈ 0.32 W/m·K |
| Melting temperature (DSC) | ≈ 222 °C |
| Service temperature (long term) | ≈ -40 to +110 °C |
| Water absorption 24h (ISO 62) | ≈ 1.3 % |
Chemical composition
Weight %
| Component | Base polymer (PA6) | Reinforcement | Fillers | Stabilizers/Additives | Colorant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Min | bal. | — | — | — | — |
| Max | bal. | 0 | 0 | trace | — |
The information in this datasheet is provided for guidance only. Intermec AS does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the data. Users must verify suitability for their specific applications.