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Formula: PA 46 - (C₁₂H₂₂N₂)ₙ
Form: Fiber
Material: Polyamide 46 (PA)
CAS Number: 50327-22-5
Commodity: Polymers
Filament Diameter:
0.027mm
Number Of Filaments:
36
Tex Number:
24
Tenacity:
High Tenacity
Nylon 46 Fiber is an engineered polymer fiber produced by Goodfellow that offers high strength, flexibility and durability. With 17 variations, Goodfellow's range provides options for strength, diameter, density and other properties. This advanced fiber is used in applications like ropes, fabrics, sports equipment, and automotive components where its combination of strength, toughness and light weight are valued. Nylon 46 Fiber's capabilities make it a versatile option for companies seeking high-performance polymer fibers.
Tolerances
Fiber
| Filament Diameter | ±25% | |
|---|---|---|
| Number Of Yarns | ±10% | |
| Number Of Filaments | ±10% | |
| Tex Number | ±10% | |
| Length | +5% / -1% |
Material Properties for Polymers
Electrical Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Dielectric constant @1MHz | 3.8-4.3 |
| Dissipation factor @ 1kHz | 0.35 |
| Dielectric strength( kV mm⁻¹ ) | 20 |
| Surface resistivity( Ohm/sq ) | 10¹²-10¹⁴ |
| Volume resistivity( Ohmcm ) | 10¹³-10¹⁵ |
Physical Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Flammability | V2 @ 0.8mm |
| Radiation resistance | Fair |
| Limiting oxygen index( % ) | 24 |
| Water absorption - equilibrium( % ) | 3.7 |
| Water absorption - over 24 hours( % ) | 1.3 |
| Density( gcm⁻³ ) | 1.18 |
Mechanical Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Hardness - Rockwell | M92 |
| Tensile modulus( GPa ) | 3.1-3.3 |
| Izod impact strength( J m⁻¹ ) | 80 |
| Tensile strength( MPa ) | 55-100 |
Thermal Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Heat-deflection temperature - 0.45MPa( C ) | 220 |
| Heat-deflection temperature - 1.8MPa( C ) | 160 |
| Lower working temperature( C ) | -40 |
| Upper working temperature( C ) | 100-200 |
| Thermal conductivity( W m⁻¹ K⁻¹ ) | 0.3@23°C |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion( x10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ ) | 80-90 |
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Nylon 46 Film Formula: PA 4,6
Thickness: 0.025mm
Length 1: 100mm
Length 2: 100mm
CAS Number: 50327-22-5
UOM Code: 126-494-73
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Nylon 66 Film Formula: PA 6,6
Thickness: 5mm
Length 1: 300mm
Length 2: 300mm
CAS Number: 32131-17-2
UOM Code: 026-946-18
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Oil-filled Nylon 6 Film Grade: Oil-filled Nylon '6'
Formula: PA 6
Thickness: 10mm
Length 1: 100mm
Length 2: 100mm
CAS Number: 25038-54-4
UOM Code: 919-849-88
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Vestosint® 1111 Nylon 12 Powder Grade: Vestosint® 1111
Formula: PA 12
Maximum Particle Size: 250µm
Particle Size D50: 90µmµm
Weight: 10000g
Colour: Silver Grey 9.8132
CAS Number: 24937-16-4
UOM Code: 407-291-96
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Nylon 6 Film Formula: PA 6
Thickness: 3mm
Length 1: 500mm
Length 2: 500mm
CAS Number: 25038-54-4
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Nylon 12 Film Formula: PA 12
Thickness: 10mm
Length 1: 150mm
Length 2: 150mm
CAS Number: 24937-16-4
UOM Code: 056-030-04
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