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PA6 MATERIAL tubes

COLOR – WHITE PA6 (POLYAMIDE 6)

PA6, also known as Polyamide 6 (nylon 6), is a high-performance engineering thermoplastic recognized for its excellent mechanical properties, including high strength, rigidity, and elasticity. Thanks to its outstanding versatility, PA6 plastic is widely used in the engineering and manufacturing sectors where durability, wear resistance, and reliable long-term performance are required.


One of the key advantages of PA6 material is its excellent wear resistance and good sliding properties, making it an ideal choice for dynamic applications such as PA6 bushings, PA6 seals, and guiding elements. Replacing metal parts with Polyamide 6 rods reduces noise, lowers weight, and improves the overall service life of equipment.


Polyamide 6 is compatible with mineral oils and various industrial fluids, which expands its use in sealing systems, mechanical engineering, and industrial components. However, PA6 has relatively low moisture resistance and may absorb water, which can lead to dimensional changes and reduced strength. For this reason, PA6 is best recommended for dry working conditions.

KEY ADVANTAGES OF PA6

WEAR AND SLIDING RESISTANCE

Excellent wear resistance and low friction make PA6 bushings and PA6 seals ideal for moving parts in hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

WIDE OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE

Standard operating range from –30 °C to +100 °C (short-term up to +120 °C), maintaining elasticity and dimensional stability under static and dynamic loads.

EXCELLENT MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

High tensile strength, rigidity, and dimensional stability ensure long-lasting durability of PA6 engineering plastics in demanding applications.

LIGHTWEIGHT ALTERNATIVE TO METALS

Replacing metals with Polyamide 6 rods and machined PA6 parts reduces overall weight, noise, and production costs.

DIMENSIONAL STABILITY

Ensures reliable performance in dry conditions, maintaining precision in assemblies and sealing systems.

Applications

PA6 plastic is widely used across multiple industries, including:
  • PA6 bushings and sliding bearings
  • PA6 seals and guiding rings
  • Components for machinery and industrial equipment
  • Structural and supporting elements in engineering plastics
  • Automotive industry (gears, housings, supports)
  • Applications requiring wear-resistant plastic with high mechanical strength
Good resistance
Mineral oils
Aliphatic hydrocarbons (propane, butane, petrol)
Lubricants and greases (without aggressive additives)
Fuels (diesel, kerosene, paraffin)
Esters (short-term contact)
Dry air up to +100 °C
Average resistance
Dilute acids (low concentration, room temperature)
Alcohols (ethanol, isopropanol)
Weak alkalis
Chlorinated hydrocarbons (limited resistance)
Glycol-based brake fluids
Silicone oils (may cause swelling over time)
Low resistance
Concentrated acids (sulfuric, hydrochloric, nitric)
Aromatic hydrocarbons (benzene, toluene, xylene)
Strong alkalis (sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide)
Phenols and cresols
Hot water, steam (long-term exposure)
Oxidizing agents (peroxides, ozone, strong oxidizers)
Properties
Value
Unit
Standard
Hardness at 20°:
95 +/-3
Shore D
DIN 53505
Density:
1.03
g/cm³
DIN 53479
Tensile strength:
>60
N/mm2
EN ISO 527-2
Elongation at break:
>55
%
EN ISO 527-2
Modulus of elasticity:
2200
N/mm2
EN ISO 527-2
Charpy impact strength:
–
kJ/m2
EN ISO 179
Compr. strength at 1% deform.:
–
N/mm2
ASTM D695
Coefficient of friction (dyn.):
<0.4
μ
ASTM D1894
Water absorbtion to saturation:
<1.2
%
EN ISO 62
Dieelectric strength:
<0.9
kV/mm
EN IEC 60243
Volume resistivity:
>1016
Ω*cm
EN IEC 60093
Surface resistivity:
>1013
Ω
EN IEC 60093
Coefficient of therm. expansion:
10-11
1/K*106
–
Min. service temperature:
– 60
°C
–
Max. service temperature (short term):
+ 110 (+150)
°C
–
All above established data results from random tests which were taken from the functioning production. All data was stated based on standard test-products in accordance with ISO, DIN and ASTM standards and can substantially not be extended to the completed seal. Our practical technical recommendation, either oral, written or through tests is given in conformity with our best knowledge. However, this data is to be regarded as non-obligatory advice, also taking into consideration any protective rights of a third party, and does not acquit you from making tests with our product in relation to its adaptability for the assigned process and intendment. Utilization, application and processing of the products befall completely outside of our control and are therefore solely your liability. As regards the responsibility, it will be limited to all damages in the value of the product which we delivered and you applied. Certainly, we do assure the immaculate quality of our products in concordance with our general sales and delivery conditions.

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