Nylon 46 Film

Nylon 46 Film combines high thermal resistance, excellent wear properties, and low moisture absorption with the flexibility and uniformity of thin-sheet form. Its film geometry is well-suited for laminates, high-temperature electrical insulation, and precision gaskets. Industries including electronics, aerospace, and automotive employ Nylon 46 films in insulating tapes, thermal barriers, and wear-resistant liners. Specific applications include laminated circuit insulation in aerospace avionics, heat-resistant liners in electric motors, and anti-friction films in automotive assemblies. In research, Nylon 46 film is integral for studying thin-layer tribology, dielectric stability under heat, and advanced composite lamination techniques. The film’s combination of mechanical resilience, processability, and thermal endurance ensures its continued value in cutting-edge industrial and scientific developments.

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Properties

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Tolerances

Foil/Film/Sheet

Thickness		±20%

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