Nylon 101
One of the most widely used and versatile thermoplastic resins. Its combination of physical properties and reasonable price make it a favorite choice for numerous applications. Nylons toughness, wear resistance, tensile strength and lubricity make it a good choice for many mechanical machine parts.
Nylon has a consistent history of replacing other materials including: metal, brass, bronze, aluminum and rubber. In replacing metal gears in machinery, nylon can be advantageous because of its ability to reduce noise, use less lubrication and increase gear life.
Extruded nylon type 6/6 is characterized as having an excellent combination of physical properties including: a high melting point, resistant to repeated impact, low coefficient of friction and a resistance to abrasion. It has good resistance to fuels, lubricants and most chemicals, but is attacked by phenols, strong acids and oxidizing agents.
Features:
- Good mechanical and electrical properties
- Ideal balance of strength and toughness
- FDA, USDA, NSF and 3-A Dairy Compliant
Applications:
- Bearings, Bushings, Sleeves
- Wear Pads & Strips
- Insulators
- Scraper Blades
- Valve seats, seals
