Oil-filled Nylon 6 Film

Oil-filled Nylon 6 Film is a lubricated variant of polyamide 6 engineered to deliver low-friction performance in thin flexible formats. Incorporating a refined oil-phase into the polymer matrix, this film demonstrates reduced surface energy, enhanced wear resistance, and self-lubricating characteristics. It retains the base polymer's intrinsic strength, toughness, and dimensional stability while improving service life in contact or moving-part applications. Major use areas include low-noise gears, dynamic seal linings, and sliding films in automotive and packaging sectors. Specific implementations involve chain guides, protective liners, and load-distributing wear strips in high-speed conveyor systems. Additionally, its hydrophobicity and oil dispersion aid in preventing sticking and fouling during repetitive mechanical operation. The inclusion of oil does not diminish Nylon 6’s favorable crystalline alignment, as confirmed by XRD, allowing the film to maintain its load-bearing capabilities. This hybrid formulation marks a notable advancement in tribologically optimized engineering films.

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Tolerances

Foil

Thickness		±20%

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