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Grade: Nylon 6/66
Formula: PA 6 - (C₆H₁₁N)ₙ
Form: Filament
Material: Polyamide 6 (PA)
CAS Number: 25038-54-4
Commodity: Polymers
Copolymer Nylon 6/66 Monofilament is a synthetic polymer filament and comes in 142 variations. The copolymer combines the desirable properties of both Nylon 6 and Nylon 66, exhibiting high strength, abrasion resistance and chemical resistance. This versatile engineering thermoplastic is used in a wide variety of applications such as ropes, fishing lines, racket strings and toothbrush bristles. With Goodfellow's broad selection of diameters and colors, Copolymer Nylon 6/66 Monofilament can be customized for diverse industrial needs.
Tolerances
Filament
| Diameter | ±20% | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | +5% / -1% |
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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