Nylon 6 Powder

Formula: PA 6 - (C₆H₁₁N)ₙ

Form: Powder

Material: Polyamide 6 (PA)

CAS Number: 25038-54-4

Commodity: Polymers

Mean Particle Size: 55µm

Particle Size D10: 15-35 Micron

Particle Size D50: 45-65µm

Bulk Density: 0.525g/cm³

Type: Heat Stabilized

Colour: Natural

Nylon 6 powder is widely applied in R&D due to its versatility and durability in manufacturing and sustainability efforts. Researchers leverage Nylon 6’s strength for high-precision 3D printing and prototyping in fields like automotive and aerospace. Recent studies have explored advanced recycling techniques to address waste, including catalysts that depolymerize Nylon 6, recovering monomers for reuse. Innovations like cold spray methods also optimize polymer deposits in industrial applications, enhancing adhesion and density. This powder's resilience and recyclability make it essential for sustainable, high-performance applications.

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Mean Particle Size		Nominal
Minimum Particle Size		Nominal
Maximum Particle Size		Nominal
Maximum Particle Size		Nominal
Particle Size D10		Nominal
Particle Size D50		Nominal
Particle Size D90		Nominal

Material Properties for Polymers

Chemical Resistance

Element	Value
Acids - concentrated	Poor
Acids - dilute	Poor
Alcohols	Good
Alkalis	Good-Fair
Aromatic hydrocarbons	Good
Greases and Oils	Good
Halogenated Hydrocarbons	Good-Poor
Halogens	Poor
Ketones	Good

Mechanical Properties

Element	Value
Coefficient of friction	0.2-0.3
Hardness - Rockwell	M82
Poisson's ratio	0.39
Tensile modulus( GPa )	2.6-3
Izod impact strength( J m⁻¹ )	30-250
Abrasive resistance - ASTM D1044( mg/1000 cycles )	5
Tensile strength( MPa )	78

Electrical Properties

Element	Value
Dielectric constant @1MHz	3.6
Dissipation factor @ 1kHz	0.2
Dielectric strength( kV mm⁻¹ )	25
Surface resistivity( Ohm/sq )	5x10¹⁰
Volume resistivity( Ohmcm )	5x10¹²

Physical Properties

Element	Value
Flammability	HB
Radiation resistance	Fair
Refractive index	1.53
Resistance to Ultra-violet	Poor
Limiting oxygen index( % )	25
Water absorption - equilibrium( % )	8
Water absorption - over 24 hours( % )	2.7
Density( gcm⁻³ )	1.13

Thermal Properties

Element	Value
Heat-deflection temperature - 0.45MPa( C )	200
Heat-deflection temperature - 1.8MPa( C )	80
Lower working temperature( C )	-40
Upper working temperature( C )	80-160
Specific heat( J K⁻¹ kg⁻¹ )	1700
Thermal conductivity( W m⁻¹ K⁻¹ )	0.24-0.28@23°C
Coefficient of thermal expansion( x10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ )	95

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