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Formula: PA 66 - (C₁₂H₂₂N₂)ₙ
Form: Rod
Material: Polyamide 66 (PA)
CAS Number: 32131-17-2
Commodity: Polymers
Nylon 66 Rods are a versatile engineering thermoplastic within our extensive range of rods. With 82 size variations available, they offer outstanding abrasion resistance, low moisture absorption and high mechanical strength. Their applications include bushings, rollers, wear strips, and electrical insulators across industrial, automotive, and consumer product sectors. Nylon 66 Rods provide an optimal balance of properties for designers seeking a high-performance, low-cost thermoplastic.
Tolerances
Rod
| Diameter | +20% / -10% |
|---|
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 | M89 |
| Poisson's ratio | 0.41 |
| Elongation at break( % ) | 40 |
| Tensile modulus( GPa ) | 3.3 |
| Izod impact strength( J m⁻¹ ) | 40-110 |
| Abrasive resistance - ASTM D1044( mg/1000 cycles ) | 03-May |
| Tensile strength( MPa ) | 82 |
Electrical Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Dielectric constant @1MHz | 3.4 |
| Dissipation factor @ 1kHz | 0.2 |
| Dielectric strength( kV mm⁻¹ ) | 25 |
| Surface resistivity( Ohm/sq ) | 10¹¹ |
| Volume resistivity( Ohmcm ) | 10¹³ |
Physical Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Flammability | HB |
| Radiation resistance | Fair |
| Refractive index | 1.53 |
| Resistance to Ultra-violet | Poor |
| Limiting oxygen index( % ) | 23 |
| Water absorption( % ) | 8.5 |
| Water absorption - equilibrium( % ) | 8 |
| Water absorption - over 24 hours( % ) | 2.3 |
| Density( gcm⁻³ ) | 1.14 |
Thermal Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Heat-deflection temperature - 0.45MPa( C ) | 200 |
| Heat-deflection temperature - 1.8MPa( C ) | 100 |
| Lower working temperature( C ) | -30 |
| Upper working temperature( C ) | 80-180 |
| Specific heat( J K⁻¹ kg⁻¹ ) | 1670 |
| Thermal conductivity( W m⁻¹ K⁻¹ ) | 0.25@23°C |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion( x10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ ) | 90 |
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