Nylon
Typical Properties of Nylon
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Property |
Test Method
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Cast Nylon 6
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Nylon 6/6 (Extruded)
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Nylon 6/6 30% Glass
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Mechanical Properties |
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| Specific Gravity | ASTM D792 | 1.15 | 1.14 | 1.35 |
| Density (lb/in³) | ASTM D792 | 0.0416 | 0.0412 | 0.0488 |
| Tensile Strength, Break (p.s.i.) | ASTM D638 | 12,500 | 12,400 | 12,000 |
| Elongation At Break (%) | ASTM D638 | 20-40 | 90 | 10 |
| Tensile Modulus (p.s.i.) | ASTM D638 | 400,000 | 470,000 | 400,000 |
| Rockwell Hardness | ASTM D785 | R118 | R121 / M80 | M90 |
| Impact Strength 73°F Notched (ft-lbs/in) | ASTM D256 | 0.8 | 1.2 | 1.0 |
| Flexural Strength (p.s.i.) | ASTM D790 | 13,500 | 17,000 | 18,500 |
| Flexural Modulus (p.s.i.) | ASTM D790 | 330,000 | 410,000 | 550,000 |
| Coefficient Of Friction (Dynamic) | 40psi 50fpm | 0.26 | 0.28 | – |
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Thermal Properties |
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| Melting Point (°F) | – | 428 | 491 | 491 |
| Heat Deflection at 66psi (°F) | ASTM D648 | 370 | 410 | 490 |
| Heat Deflection at 264psi (°F) | ASTM D648 | 200 | 149 | 482 |
| Max Service Temperature Short Term (°F) | – | 300 | 355 | 465 |
| Max Service Temperature Long Term (°F) | – | 200 | 210 | 230 |
| Thermal Conductivity (BTU-in/ft²-hr-°F) | ASTM C177 | 1.67 | 1.70 | – |
| Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (in/in/°F) | ASTM D696 | 0.000045 | 0.000050 | 0.000012 |
| Flammability | UL94 | HB | V-2 | – |
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Electrical Properties |
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| Dielectric Constant At 60HZ | ASTM D150 | 3.7 | 4.0 | – |
| Dissipation Factor At 60HZ | ASTM D150 | 0.02 | 0.01 | – |
| Dielectric Strength (V/mil) | ASTM D149 | 295 | 300-400 | – |
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Water Absorption Rates |
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| Water Absorption -24 hrs. (%) | ASTM D570 | 0.6-1.2 | 1.20 | 0.7 |
| Water Absorption -Saturation (%) | ASTM D570 | 5.0-6.0 | 8.5 | 5.4 |
NOTE: The information contained herein are typical values intended for reference and comparison purposes only. They should NOT be used as a basis for design specifications or quality control. Contact us for manufacturers’ complete material property datasheets.